Korean Dictionary
How to say "Have a good day" in Korean
“Have a good day” in Korean is 좋은 하루 보내세요 (pronounced "Joeun haru bonaeseyo").
좋은 하루 보내세요
Joeun haru bonaeseyo
Usage & Context
A polite farewell wishing someone a pleasant day. Commonly used in professional settings, at the end of phone calls, or when parting ways in the morning. 좋은 하루 되세요 is an alternative that means 'may you have a good day'.
Example Sentence
그럼 이만 가볼게요. 좋은 하루 보내세요!
Well, I'll be heading off. Have a good day!
How to use 좋은 하루 보내세요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Have a good day” is 좋은 하루 보내세요, romanized as Joeun haru bonaeseyo.
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 좋은 하루 보내세요.
Pronunciation Guide
좋은 (Joeun) sounds like 'Joe-eun', with 'eun' similar to 'un' in 'fun' but softer. 하루 (haru) is 'hah-roo'. 보내세요 (bonaeseyo) is 'boh-nay-say-yo'. The overall rhythm is smooth and even.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
좋은 하루 되십시오
Joeun haru doesipsio
A very formal and honorific way to wish someone a good day, often used in highly respectful or traditional contexts.
Casual (반말)
좋은 하루 보내
Joeun haru bonae
Used with close friends or people younger than you.
More Example Sentences
A cashier saying goodbye to a customer.
계산 도와드리겠습니다. 좋은 하루 보내세요!
I'll help you with the payment. Have a good day!
Ending a phone call with a colleague or business associate.
네, 그럼 내일 뵙겠습니다. 좋은 하루 보내세요.
Okay, then I'll see you tomorrow. Have a good day.
Parting ways with a neighbor in the morning.
먼저 갈게요. 좋은 하루 보내세요!
I'll head off first. Have a good day!
Cultural Context
This phrase is a direct and polite way to wish someone a good day, similar to its English counterpart. While '좋은 하루 보내세요' is very common, you'll also frequently hear '좋은 하루 되세요' (Joeun haru doeseyo), which means 'May you have a good day' or 'Become a good day'. Both are widely accepted and interchangeable in most polite contexts, especially in service industries or professional settings. Koreans might also use '안녕히 계세요/가세요' (Annyeonghi gyeseyo/gaseyo) or '다음에 뵙겠습니다' (Daeume boepgetseumnida) as farewells.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 좋은 하루 보내세요 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
오늘 하루도 좋은 하루 보내세요.
Have a good day today too.
주말 잘 보내세요.
Have a good weekend.
즐거운 시간 보내세요.
Have a good time.
Related Expressions
좋은 하루 되세요
Joeun haru doeseyo
May you have a good day (alternative polite form)
안녕히 계세요
Annyeonghi gyeseyo
Stay well (if you are leaving)
안녕히 가세요
Annyeonghi gaseyo
Go well (if the other person is leaving)
다음에 뵙겠습니다
Daeume boepgetseumnida
See you next time (formal)
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