Korean · Greetings & Phrases
좋은 아침
Joeun achim
Good morning
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A casual morning greeting, literally meaning good morning.
Example
좋은 아침이에요! 잘 잤어요?
Good morning! Did you sleep well?
Etymology
'좋은 아침' translates to 'good morning' with '좋은' (joeun) meaning 'good' and '아침' (achim) meaning 'morning.' The phrase reflects cultural norms of greeting others cheerfully at the start of the day.
How & Where It’s Used
'좋은 아침' is used predominantly in informal or semi-formal contexts among family and friends. It is typically a spoken expression, often used in the early part of the day.