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How to Say "Of Course" in Korean

The most common way to say “of course” in Korean is 물론이죠 (mullonijyo); it is polite and works in most everyday situations.

The most common way

mullonijyo

A polite, all-purpose “of course” that confirms something is obvious or readily agreed to.

How to say it: Keep the four syllables even: mul-lo-ni-jyo, and soften the last syllable to “jyo,” not a hard “jo.”

Other ways to say it

  • formal

    mullonimnida

    Of course, certainly — formal and respectful.

    When to use it: Use it in formal settings, with customers, or with people you address very politely.

  • casual

    mulloniji

    Of course, obviously — informal and confident.

    When to use it: Say it to close friends, siblings, or people younger than you in informal speech.

  • friendly

    geureomyo

    Sure, of course — warm and conversational, often reassuring.

    When to use it: Use it in everyday chat when you are happily agreeing or putting someone at ease.

  • polite/emphatic

    dangyeonhajyo

    Naturally, of course — a bit stronger, suggesting the answer is obvious.

    When to use it: Use it in polite conversation when you want to emphasize that something is clearly true.

  • casual/emphatic

    dangyeonhaji

    Obviously, of course — blunt and informal.

    When to use it: Use it with close friends when the answer is obvious; it can sound blunt to strangers or superiors.

In a conversation

  1. A

    ?

    hoksi jeodo gachi gado doelkkayo?

    Could I come along too, by any chance?

  2. B

    . .

    mullonijyo. gachi gayo.

    Of course. Let’s go together.

  3. A

    !

    gomawoyo!

    Thank you!

Common mistakes

  • 사장님, 당연하지. → 사장님, 당연하죠.

    The plain -지 ending is too casual for a superior; use the polite -죠 form.