Understanding Informal Politeness in Korean
In Korean, the way we speak to others can change depending on how close we are to them or how comfortable we feel. This is called 'politeness levels'. One of these levels is called 'Informal Politeness'. It's like when you talk to your friends or family in a nice, but relaxed way.
Important Points
- Use it with friends or people younger than you.
- It's casual but still polite.
- Ends with '-요' in verbs.
When we use Informal Politeness, we often end our sentences with '-요'. This makes it sound friendly and kind. It's like saying 'please' or 'thank you' in a nice way.
Examples
- 먹어요 (meog-eo-yo) - Let's eat
- 가요 (ga-yo) - Let's go
- 봐요 (bwa-yo) - Look
Remember, Informal Politeness is still polite, but it's not as formal as when you speak to a teacher or someone you don't know well. It's perfect for friends and family.