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How to say “Respect” in Korean

존중

jongjung

BeginnerRelationships

Usage & Context

Valuing someone's opinions, boundaries, and dignity. Respect is fundamental to all Korean relationships and social interactions.

Example Sentence

나는 너를 존중해.

I respect you.

More Relationships Words

친구

Friend

가족

Family

남자친구

Boyfriend

여자친구

Girlfriend

형

Older brother (said by male)

오빠

Older brother (said by female)

Related Guides

Korean Honorifics Guide

Korean honorifics (존댓말, jondaenmal) are a system of speech levels and special vocabulary used to show respect based on the listener's age, social status, and your relationship. The most important rule is to always use polite speech (-요 or -습니다 endings) with anyone older or in a higher position than you.

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