annyeonghaseumnida

Annyeonghaseumnida is a formal Korean greeting. It is a polite and respectful way to say "hello" or "how are you." The phrase is composed of three parts: "annyeong" meaning peace, "ha" meaning to do, and "seumnida" which is a formal polite ending. Literally, it can be translated as "May you be in peace."

This greeting is used in a variety of situations where politeness is required, such as when meeting someone for the first time, addressing elders, or in formal settings like business meetings or public speeches. It is a versatile expression suitable for many social interactions.

The less formal version, "annyeonghaseyo," is also very common and can be used in most everyday situations when addressing people you know or who are of similar age or status. "Annyeong" is the most informal greeting, typically used between close friends and people younger than oneself. Understanding these different levels of formality is important for appropriate communication in Korean culture.