How to say
"Excuse me"
in Korean
실례합니다
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Beginner Lowexpressionsformal
Formality Levels
Formal / Polite
실례합니다
Use with elders, strangers, or in professional settings
Casual / Informal
잠깐만요
Use with close friends or younger people
Cultural Note
Used before interrupting or when you need to pass by someone. Very polite expression.
Example Dialogue
A: 실례합니다, 화장실이 어디예요? (Excuse me, where is the bathroom?) B: 저기요. (Over there.)
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