"Happy New Year" in Korean

The New Year is a time of celebration, reflection, and new beginnings. If you're learning Korean or planning to greet your Korean friends, knowing how to say "Happy New Year" in Korean can be a great way to connect and show appreciation for their culture. Here’s everything you need to know!

새해 복 많이 받으세요! (Saehae bok mani badeuseyo!)

This is the most common and polite way to say "Happy New Year" in Korean. It directly translates to "Receive a lot of blessings in the New Year." This phrase is widely used in both formal and casual settings, making it a safe and respectful choice.

• 새해 (saehae) = New Year

• 복 (bok) = Blessings or good fortune

• 많이 (mani) = A lot

• 받으세요 (badeuseyo) = Please receive

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새해 복 많이 받아요! (Saehae bok mani badayo!)

This is a slightly less formal version of the phrase and is commonly used when speaking to friends or younger people.

새해 복 많이 받아! (Saehae bok mani bada!)

This is the most casual form, used among close friends, peers, or younger people.