안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) – Hello
안녕하세요 is the most common and formal way to greet someone in Korean. It can be used in any situation, and you can say it to anyone regardless of age or status.
안녕 (annyeong) – Hi/Goodbye
안녕 is a more casual and friendly way to greet someone. It can be used to say hi or goodbye to your friends, family, or people younger than you. However, it’s not appropriate to use this with people older or of higher status than you.
안녕하십니까 (annyeonghasimnikka) – How do you do
안녕하십니까 is a very formal and respectful way to greet someone. It is typically used in formal situations or when addressing someone of higher position or authority. This greeting is not commonly used in casual situations.
반갑습니다 (bangapseumnida) – Nice to meet you
반갑습니다 is used when meeting someone for the first time or in a formal setting. It expresses your pleasure and excitement in meeting the person. You can use this greeting in both casual and formal situations.
안녕하세요? 잘 지내셨어요? (Annyeonghaseyo? Jal jinaesyeosseoyo?) – Hello? How have you been?
This greeting can be used when you are meeting someone after a long time or to show your concern for someone’s well-being. It is a polite way to ask how someone has been doing and if they are doing well.
Remember, it’s important to use the appropriate level of formality and politeness when greeting someone in Korean, based on the situation and the person you are addressing.