Korean Dictionary
How to say "Keep Up the Good Work" in Korean
“Keep Up the Good Work” in Korean is 계속 잘 해 (pronounced "Gyesok Jal Hae").
계속 잘 해
Gyesok Jal Hae
Usage & Context
Keep up the good work is an encouraging phrase used to motivate continued excellent performance. In Korean workplaces and schools, such encouragement is important for morale.
Example Sentence
계속 잘 하고 있어요, 파이팅!
Keep up the good work, fighting!
How to use 계속 잘 해 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Keep Up the Good Work” is 계속 잘 해, romanized as Gyesok Jal Hae.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
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 계속 잘 해.
Pronunciation Guide
계속 (Gyesok) sounds like 'gay-sok', with 'gay' as in 'gay pride' and 'sok' like 'sock'. 잘 (Jal) is like 'jal' in 'jalapeño' but with a shorter 'a' sound. 해 (Hae) is pronounced like 'heh' or 'hay' without the 'y' sound. The stress is generally even across the syllables.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
계속 잘 하세요
Gyesok Jal Haseyo
This is a polite and respectful way to say 'Keep up the good work' to someone older or in a higher position.
More Example Sentences
A team leader thanking a colleague for their ongoing good performance.
이번 프로젝트도 계속 잘 해줘서 고마워.
Thanks for continuing to do well on this project too.
A parent encouraging their child during exam preparation.
시험 준비 계속 잘 하고 있지? 힘내!
You're continuing to prepare well for the exam, right? Cheer up!
A friend wishing success to a new business owner.
새로운 가게 계속 잘 운영하시길 바랍니다.
I hope you continue to run your new store well.
Cultural Context
This phrase is a common and versatile encouragement in Korean culture, often paired with '파이팅!' (Fighting!). It's used in various settings from schools and workplaces to sports and personal endeavors. It acknowledges ongoing effort and motivates continued excellent performance, reflecting the Korean emphasis on diligence and perseverance.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
계속 잘 해줘.
Keep doing well for me.
계속 잘 부탁해.
Please continue to do well (informal request).
계속 잘 해보자.
Let's keep doing well.
Related Expressions
수고했어요
Sugohaesseoyo
You worked hard (often said after work is done)
잘했어요
Jalhaesseoyo
You did well (after completion)
힘내세요
Himnaeseyo
Cheer up / You can do it
화이팅
Hwaiting
Fighting! (a common cheer of encouragement)
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