How to say
"I love you"
in Korean
사랑해요
saranghaeyo
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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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