Korean Dictionary
How to say “I understand” in Korean
알겠어요
Algesseoyo
BeginnerGreetings
Usage & Context
Confirming that you understand what was said or instructed. The more formal version is 알겠습니다, commonly used in professional and hierarchical settings. It can also signal compliance: 'I'll do as you say'. Essential in workplace and formal communication.
Example Sentence
이 서류를 내일까지 제출해 주세요. —알겠어요.
Please submit these documents by tomorrow. —I understand.
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