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How to say “leave me alone” in Korean

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leave me alone

Korean · 한국어

rude

Translation

내버려 둬

Romanization

Naebeoryeo dwo

Pronunciation

neh-baw-ryaw dwoh

When to use it

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.

Example

내버려 둬 — a boundary-setting line in a tense conversation for "leave me alone".

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FAQ

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How do you say "leave me alone" in Korean?+

You say "내버려 둬" in Korean. The romanized form is "Naebeoryeo dwo", and a simple pronunciation cue is "neh-baw-ryaw dwoh".

Is this phrase formal or casual?+

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

How do you pronounce it?+

Use "neh-baw-ryaw dwoh" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Naebeoryeo dwo".

When should I use it?+

Use this only when setting a boundary or responding to conflict. It can sound confrontational. In Korean, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.