Korean Dictionary
How to say "Married" in Korean
“Married” in Korean is 결혼했어요 (pronounced "Gyeolhonhaesseoyo").
결혼했어요
Gyeolhonhaesseoyo
Usage & Context
Announcing or describing the state of being married. Marriage is a major milestone in Korean society. 결혼 적령기 (appropriate age for marriage) pressure from parents and society is common. Korea's declining marriage rate is a significant social concern, with younger generations increasingly choosing to remain single.
Example Sentence
작년에 결혼했어요. 이제 신혼이에요!
I got married last year. We're newlyweds now!
How to use 결혼했어요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Married” is 결혼했어요, romanized as Gyeolhonhaesseoyo.
Usage tip
Relationship words can sound too direct if the social context is wrong. Check the age, closeness, and formality before using it.
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 결혼했어요.
Pronunciation Guide
"Gyeol" sounds like "gyul" (as in "gyull-y") with a soft 'g'. "Hon" is like the English word "hone." "Hae" is pronounced like "heh" in "hello." "Sseo" is like "ssuh" (similar to "sir" without the 'r'), with a tense 's' sound. "Yo" is like the English "yo."
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
결혼합니다
Gyeolhonhamnida
Formal declarative form of 'to get married,' often used in public announcements or very polite settings.
Casual (반말)
결혼했어
Gyeolhonhaesseo
Casual past tense form, used with close friends or family.
More Example Sentences
Informing someone about a family event.
저희 언니는 다음 달에 결혼해요.
My older sister is getting married next month.
Asking a married friend about their life.
결혼 생활은 어떠세요?
How is married life?
Responding to a question about marital status.
아직 결혼 안 했어요.
I'm not married yet.
Cultural Context
Marriage is a major milestone in Korean society, often accompanied by societal expectations regarding '결혼 적령기' (appropriate age for marriage). Family approval is traditionally very important, though modern trends show a decline in marriage rates. Wedding ceremonies are typically grand, and while living with or near the husband's family was common, this is gradually changing.
Editorial note
We check relationship words like 결혼했어요 against age, closeness, and politeness rules, because a literal English match often misses the social meaning.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
결혼 축하해요!
Congratulations on your marriage!
결혼식
Wedding ceremony
결혼 준비
Wedding preparations
Related Expressions
결혼하다
Gyeolhonhada
To get married
미혼
Mihon
Unmarried (formal)
기혼
Gihon
Married (formal)
신혼
Sinhon
Newlywed (period/couple)
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