Korean Dictionary

How to say "Anytime" in Korean

Anytime” in Korean is 언제든지요 (pronounced "Eonjedeunyiyo").

언제든지요

Eonjedeunyiyo

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Usage & Context

Expressing availability and willingness to help at any time. Often used after helping someone to indicate you're always happy to assist. Shows a generous and open attitude. The shorter form 언제든지 is also commonly used.

Example Sentence

또 도움이 필요하면 말해요. 언제든지요!

If you need help again, just say so. Anytime!

How to use 언제든지요 naturally

Quick answer

The Korean word for “Anytime” is 언제든지요, romanized as Eonjedeunyiyo.

Usage tip

Check the politeness level before using this word. Korean greetings often change depending on age, relationship, and setting.

Common mistake

Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 언제든지요.

Pronunciation Guide

The '언' (eon) sounds like 'un' in 'under'. '제' (je) is like 'jeh' in 'jet'. '든' (deun) is like 'doon' in 'dune' but with a shorter 'oo' sound. '지' (ji) is like 'jee' in 'jeep'. '요' (yo) is like 'yo' in 'yogurt'. Combine as 'Eon-jeh-deun-jee-yo', with '지' and '요' blending smoothly.

Formal & Casual Forms

Formal (존댓말)

언제든지 괜찮습니다

Eonjedeunji gwaenchanseumnida

A very formal way to express 'Anytime is fine' or 'It's okay anytime,' often used in highly respectful or official contexts.

Casual (반말)

언제든지

Eonjedeunji

The base adverbial form, used casually or when followed by another verb, with close friends or people younger than you.

More Example Sentences

Offering help or guidance.

궁금한 거 있으면 언제든지 물어보세요.

If you have any questions, ask anytime.

Offering availability to a friend or colleague.

제가 필요하면 언제든지 불러주세요.

If you need me, call me anytime.

Expressing a warm welcome.

언제든지 환영합니다!

You are welcome anytime!

Cultural Context

언제든지요 expresses a generous and open attitude, indicating that one is available or willing to help at any time. It's a very kind and reassuring phrase, often used after someone thanks you for help, implying 'don't hesitate to ask again.' In Korean culture, offering help or showing availability is a sign of good manners and strong relationships, reinforcing a sense of community and care.

Editorial note

We check greetings like 언제든지요 for politeness and timing, since Korean greetings change with relationship, age, and setting.

Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.

Common Phrases

언제든지 연락 주세요.

Please contact me anytime.

언제든지 오세요.

Come anytime.

언제든지 환영합니다.

You are welcome anytime.

Related Expressions

아무 때나

Amu ttaena

Anytime (more casual, literally 'any time')

항상

Hangssang

Always (similar meaning in terms of availability)

언제나

Eonjena

Always, anytime (similar to 항상)

편하게 연락하세요

Pyeonhage yeollakaseyo

Feel free to contact me (implies anytime)

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