Korean · Greetings & Phrases

Ne

Yes

Beginnerinterjection

Definition

A polite affirmative answer.

Example

학생이에요? — 네.

Are you a student? — Yes.

Etymology

'네' is a simple affirmative response in Korean, deriving from the word for agreement or acknowledgment. Its concise form reflects linguistic efficiency.

How & Where It’s Used

'네' is used in both formal and informal contexts as a way to indicate agreement. It is a spoken response often used in daily conversations.

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