Korean Dictionary
How to say "Nice to see you again" in Korean
“Nice to see you again” in Korean is 다시 만나서 반가워요 (pronounced "Dasi mannaseo bangawoyo").
다시 만나서 반가워요
Dasi mannaseo bangawoyo
Usage & Context
Expressing pleasure at reuniting with someone. This is warmer than simply saying 안녕하세요 because it specifically mentions the joy of seeing them again. Used when running into an acquaintance or reconnecting after time apart.
Example Sentence
어! 여기서 다 만나네요. 다시 만나서 반가워요!
Oh! We meet here of all places. Nice to see you again!
How to use 다시 만나서 반가워요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Nice to see you again” is 다시 만나서 반가워요, romanized as Dasi mannaseo bangawoyo.
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 다시 만나서 반가워요.
Pronunciation Guide
다시 (Dasi) sounds like 'Dah-shee', with 'Dah' like 'dah' in 'dah-ling' and 'shee' like 'she'. 만나서 (Mannaseo) sounds like 'Mahn-nah-seo', with 'Mahn' like 'man', 'nah' like 'na' in 'banana', and 'seo' like 'saw' but shorter. 반가워요 (Bangawoyo) sounds like 'Bahn-gah-woh-yo', with 'Bahn' like 'bahn' in 'bahn mi', 'gah' like 'gah' in 'garlic', 'woh' like 'woah' without the 'a', and 'yo' like 'yo-yo'. The stress is fairly even.
Formal & Casual Forms
Formal (존댓말)
다시 만나서 반갑습니다
Dasi mannaseo bangapseumnida
A more formal expression, often used in public speeches, formal meetings, or when addressing a large group.
Casual (반말)
다시 만나서 반가워
Dasi mannaseo bangawo
Used with close friends, family, or people younger than you.
More Example Sentences
Greeting an old acquaintance after a long period.
오랜만이에요! 다시 만나서 반가워요.
It's been a long time! Nice to see you again.
A lighthearted greeting when meeting someone unexpectedly soon after a previous encounter.
어제 보고 오늘 또 보네요. 다시 만나서 반가워요!
We saw each other yesterday and again today. Nice to see you again!
Greeting a superior after some time, showing respect.
팀장님, 다시 만나서 반가워요. 잘 지내셨어요?
Team leader, nice to see you again. Have you been well?
Cultural Context
This phrase is warmer and more specific than a simple '안녕하세요' (Annyeonghaseyo - Hello) as it explicitly acknowledges a previous meeting and expresses pleasure in the reunion. Koreans value relationships and remembering past encounters is a sign of respect and warmth. It's often accompanied by a slight bow or a handshake, depending on the relationship and formality of the situation.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 다시 만나서 반가워요 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
다음에 또 만나요
Let's meet again next time.
다음에 봐요
See you next time.
잘 지내셨어요?
Have you been well?
Related Expressions
처음 뵙겠습니다
Cheoeum boepgetseumnida
Nice to meet you (for the first time, formal).
만나서 반가워요
Mannaseo bangawoyo
Nice to meet you (general, can be used for first time or subsequent).
오랜만이에요
Oraenmanieyo
It's been a long time.
또 만나요
Tto mannayo
Let's meet again.
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