Direct answer
한국어 · Korean phrasing with Hangul, romanization, and tone notes.
미안해요
Romanization
Mianhaeyo
Pronunciation
mee-ahn-heh-yoh
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How to say “sorry” in Korean
Learn how to say "sorry" in Korean: 미안해요 (Mianhaeyo), with pronunciation, usage notes, examples, and related phrases.
polite
When to use it
Use it in everyday conversation. These phrases are broadly useful for travel, messaging, study, and normal social moments. 미안해요 is a polite everyday apology. 죄송합니다 is more formal and safer for serious situations.
Examples
미안해요.
Sorry.
정말 죄송해요.
I am really sorry.
Common mistakes
Do not translate "sorry" word by word; use the full Korean phrase as a unit.
Use romanization as a pronunciation hint, not as the normal written form.
Check the tone before using it: this version is marked polite.
FAQ
How do you say "sorry" in Korean?
Say 미안해요. The romanization is Mianhaeyo, and the pronunciation is mee-ahn-heh-yoh.
Is 미안해요 formal or casual?
This version is marked polite. 미안해요 is a polite everyday apology. 죄송합니다 is more formal and safer for serious situations.
When should I use "sorry" in Korean?
Use it in everyday conversation. These phrases are broadly useful for travel, messaging, study, and normal social moments. 미안해요 is a polite everyday apology. 죄송합니다 is more formal and safer for serious situations.