Love · Korean
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Korean · 한국어
Translation
사랑해
Romanization
Saranghae
Pronunciation
sah-rahng-heh
When to use it
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
사랑해 — a direct line you might say privately to a partner for "i love you".
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FAQ
You say "사랑해" in Korean. The romanized form is "Saranghae", and a simple pronunciation cue is "sah-rahng-heh".
This entry is marked as casual. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "sah-rahng-heh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Saranghae".
Use this with someone you are emotionally close to. It can feel intimate, so avoid using it too early with strangers. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.