아주머니
"ajumeoni (aunt / ma'am)"
Korean word for ajumeoni (aunt / ma'am)
🙇Honorifics
Korean honorific expressions and politeness levels
Pronunciation Guide
아주머니[a·ju·meoni]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
English Translation
ajumeoni (aunt / ma'am)
Meaning & Usage
A polite title for middle-aged women in Korean. It is the more respectful form of '아줌마' (ajumma). Used to address middle-aged women whose name you don't know. Like '아저씨', using it for younger women can be considered rude.
Learning Tips
- 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
- 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
- 💡Korean honorific expressions and politeness levels
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
You say "아주머니" to a teacher.
Intermediate
You should use "아주머니" when meeting someone for the first time.
Advanced
"아주머니" is an essential expression for showing politeness in Korea.
Master
Understanding the nuance of "아주머니" helps balance formality and familiarity appropriately.
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