Korean Dictionary
How to say "Sure" in Korean
“Sure” in Korean is 그럼요 (pronounced "Geureomyo").
그럼요
Geureomyo
Usage & Context
A polite affirmative response meaning 'of course' or 'certainly'. Very commonly used in Korean to agree or confirm. More emphatic than just 네 (yes). 당연하죠 (naturally) is a synonymous expression. Widely used in both casual and semi-formal conversation.
Example Sentence
같이 가도 될까요? —그럼요, 같이 가요!
Can I come along? —Sure, let's go together!
How to use 그럼요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Sure” is 그럼요, romanized as Geureomyo.
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 그럼요.
Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce it as "Geu-reom-yo." "Geu" sounds like "goo" in "good" but with a softer 'g'. "Reom" is like "rum" in "rumble." "Yo" is like "yo" in "yogurt." The stress is fairly even across the syllables.
Formal & Casual Forms
Casual (반말)
그럼
Geureom
A more direct and less polite way to say 'of course' or 'sure,' used among close friends or to those younger.
More Example Sentences
Offering something to someone.
이거 제가 다 해도 돼요? —그럼요, 편하게 쓰세요.
Can I use all of this? —Sure, feel free to use it.
Confirming attendance for a meeting.
내일 회의에 꼭 참석해야 하나요? —그럼요, 중요한 안건이 많아요.
Do I have to attend tomorrow's meeting? —Certainly, there are many important agenda items.
Describing food.
이 음식 매워요? —그럼요, 아주 매콤해요!
Is this food spicy? —Oh yes, it's very spicy!
Cultural Context
그럼요 is a versatile and polite affirmative, more emphatic than a simple '네' (yes). It conveys a sense of 'of course' or 'certainly' and is often used to show enthusiastic agreement or to confirm something obvious. You'll hear it frequently in customer service interactions, among colleagues, and when politely agreeing with elders or superiors, making you sound engaged and agreeable.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 그럼요 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
그럼요, 걱정 마세요.
Sure, don't worry.
그럼요, 문제 없어요.
Of course, no problem.
그럼요, 제가 도와드릴게요.
Certainly, I'll help you.
Related Expressions
당연하죠
Dangyeonhajyo
Of course, naturally (more emphatic)
네
Ne
Yes (general affirmative)
맞아요
Majayo
That's right, exactly (agreeing with a statement)
아니요
Aniyo
No (antonym)
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