Korean Dictionary
How to say "Have fun" in Korean
“Have fun” in Korean is 즐겁게 보내요 (pronounced "Jeulgeopge bonaeyo").
즐겁게 보내요
Jeulgeopge bonaeyo
Usage & Context
Wishing someone an enjoyable time at an event or activity. 재미있게 놀아요 (have fun playing/hanging out) is more casual and commonly used among friends. 좋은 시간 보내세요 (have a good time) is a slightly more formal version.
Example Sentence
오늘 콘서트 간다고요? 즐겁게 보내요!
You're going to a concert today? Have fun!
How to use 즐겁게 보내요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Have fun” is 즐겁게 보내요, romanized as Jeulgeopge bonaeyo.
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 즐겁게 보내요.
Pronunciation Guide
'즐' (jeul) sounds like 'jool' in 'jewel' but with a shorter 'oo' sound. '겁' (geop) is like 'guhp' in 'cup' but with a 'g' sound. '게' (ge) is like 'geh' in 'get.' '보' (bo) is like 'boh,' '내' (nae) is like 'neh' in 'net,' and '요' (yo) is like 'yoh.' The stress is on the first syllable, '즐'.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
즐겁게 보내십시오
Jeulgeopge bonaesipsio
A very formal variant, rarely used in daily conversation, more for public announcements or very respectful contexts.
Casual (반말)
즐겁게 보내
Jeulgeopge bonae
Used with close friends or family.
More Example Sentences
A parent telling their child to enjoy time with friends.
친구들과 즐겁게 보내고 와!
Go have fun with your friends!
A manager wishing their team a good time at a work event.
오늘 회식 즐겁게 보내세요!
Have fun at the company dinner today!
Wishing someone well before their vacation.
여행 가서 맛있는 것도 많이 먹고 즐겁게 보내세요!
Go on your trip, eat lots of delicious food, and have fun!
Cultural Context
'즐겁게 보내요' is a polite and general way to wish someone an enjoyable time. While '재미있게 놀아요' (jaemiitge norayo) is more common among close friends for 'have fun playing/hanging out,' '즐겁게 보내요' is suitable for a wider range of situations, including formal ones or when addressing someone you're not super close with. It implies a wish for a pleasant and enjoyable experience, often used when someone is going to an event, on a trip, or engaging in an activity.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 즐겁게 보내요 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
즐거운 시간 되세요
Have an enjoyable time (slightly more formal)
재미있게 보내
Have fun (casual)
신나게 놀아
Play/hang out excitedly/have a blast (very casual)
Related Expressions
좋은 시간 보내세요
Joeun sigan bonaeseyo
Have a good time (very similar, slightly more general)
재미있게 놀아요
Jaemiitge norayo
Have fun playing/hanging out (more casual, implies active fun)
잘 다녀오세요
Jal danyeooseyo
Have a good trip/come back safely (for someone leaving)
행복하세요
Haengbokhaseyo
Be happy
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