감사합니다
선생님, 감사합니다.
Teacher, thank you.
A polite expression of gratitude used to thank someone.
손님: 이거 주문할게요. 점원: 네, 감사합니다.
Customer: I'd like to order this. Clerk: Yes, thank you.
A: 도와줘서 정말 감사합니다. B: 아니에요.
A: Thank you so much for helping me. B: You're welcome.
The most formal and widely used way to say 'thank you' in Korean, appropriate for all situations including with strangers, elders, or in professional settings.
A standard closing phrase in emails or formal letters to express gratitude.
이메일: 관련 자료 보내주셔서 감사합니다.
Email: Thank you for sending the relevant materials.
Often used in written communication to convey appreciation.
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Pro Tip
When to use
Use '감사합니다' when speaking to strangers, elders, or in professional settings. It is the safest choice for formal gratitude.
Gold Rule
Politeness level
'감사합니다' is the highest level of politeness in Korean. Use it unless you are in a very casual or intimate setting.
Word Origin
From '감사' (感謝, gratitude) + '합니다' (the formal polite verb form of '하다', meaning 'to do'). '감사' is derived from Chinese characters meaning 'to feel grateful'.
Usage Notes
Use '감사합니다' in formal or polite contexts. It is the standard expression of thanks in Korean, similar to 'thank you' in English. Avoid using it with close friends or family, where '고마워요' or '고마워' would be more appropriate.