-세요
"-seyo (polite honorific ending)"
Korean word for -seyo (polite honorific ending)
🙇Honorifics
Korean honorific expressions and politeness levels
Pronunciation Guide
-세요[se·yo]
English Translation
-seyo (polite honorific ending)
Meaning & Usage
A combination of the subject honorific marker '-시-' and the polite ending '-어요'. Used to elevate the listener's actions or make polite requests. Found in expressions like '가세요' (please go), '드세요' (please eat), and '안녕하세요' (hello).
Learning Tips
- 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
- 💡Particles are essential in Korean. They attach to nouns to show grammatical relationships.
- 💡Korean honorific expressions and politeness levels
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
You say "-세요" to a teacher.
Intermediate
You should use "-세요" when meeting someone for the first time.
Advanced
"-세요" is an essential expression for showing politeness in Korea.
Master
Understanding the nuance of "-세요" helps balance formality and familiarity appropriately.
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