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How to say

"I love you"

in Korean

사랑해요

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Formality Levels

Formal / Polite
사랑합니다
Use with elders, strangers, or in professional settings
Casual / Informal
사랑해
Use with close friends or younger people

Cultural Note

Koreans often express love through actions rather than words. Saying "I love you" is considered very meaningful and not said casually.

Example Dialogue

A: 사랑해요. (I love you.) B: 저도 사랑해요. (I love you too.)

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