Direct answer
한국어 · Korean phrasing with Hangul, romanization, and tone notes.
감사합니다
Romanization
Gamsahamnida
Pronunciation
gahm-sah-hahm-nee-dah
Daily · Korean
How to say “thank you” in Korean
Learn how to say "thank you" in Korean: 감사합니다 (Gamsahamnida), 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. 감사합니다 is polite and safe with strangers, staff, teachers, or older people. 고마워 is more casual.
Examples
감사합니다.
Thank you.
정말 감사합니다.
Thank you very much.
Common mistakes
Do not translate "thank you" 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 "thank you" in Korean?
Say 감사합니다. The romanization is Gamsahamnida, and the pronunciation is gahm-sah-hahm-nee-dah.
Is 감사합니다 formal or casual?
This version is marked polite. 감사합니다 is polite and safe with strangers, staff, teachers, or older people. 고마워 is more casual.
When should I use "thank you" in Korean?
Use it in everyday conversation. These phrases are broadly useful for travel, messaging, study, and normal social moments. 감사합니다 is polite and safe with strangers, staff, teachers, or older people. 고마워 is more casual.