Honorifics are used to show respect in the Korean language. They are based on the relationship between the speaker/addressee, and depend on social status, age, gender and degree of intimacy.

What are some Korean honorifics?

1) The Korean honorific 씨 is generally used when the person being addressed is at equal or younger age, and it can be used in both familiar and unfamiliar relationship. 2) The Korean honorific 님 is more formal than 씨. Its use is similar as that of 씨, but it shows higher respect and politeness. The honorific 님 is can be added to a person’s name, but also to a name of a profession or a relationship.

How to respectfully address a parent in Korean?

To respectfully address a parent you have to use the formal words for father and mother. Father: 아버님 (abeonim) Mother: 어머님 (eomeonim)

Any other formal words I should know in Korean?

Here are some example of formal words you should learn. Birthday Formal: 생신 / Informal: 생일 Home Formal: 댁 / Informal: 집 Name Formal: 성함, 존함 (very formal) / Informal: 이름

Where to learn more Korean grammar?

Have a look at our Korean Grammar Bank here. You can find free lessons for levels up to B1.

Can I learn Korean with LTL?

Yes! We offer courses abroad in Seoul with both group and individual classes, as well as online on our Flexi Classes platform. Contact us if you'd like to sign up.

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Grammar Point	Pattern	Example
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