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How to say “i don't know” in Korean

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i don't know

Korean · 한국어

polite

Translation

모르겠어요

Romanization

Moreugesseoyo

Pronunciation

moh-reu-geh-saw-yoh

When to use it

Use this in everyday conversation. These phrases are generally safe for work, travel, and casual interactions. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.

Example

모르겠어요 — a natural sentence for ordinary conversation for "i don't know".

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How do you say "i don't know" in Korean?+

You say "모르겠어요" in Korean. The romanized form is "Moreugesseoyo", and a simple pronunciation cue is "moh-reu-geh-saw-yoh".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

This entry is marked as polite. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "moh-reu-geh-saw-yoh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Moreugesseoyo".

When should I use it?+

Use this in everyday conversation. These phrases are generally safe for work, travel, and casual interactions. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.