Korean expression
네
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네 means "yes; that’s right" in Korean.
How it works here
‘네’ is used to agree with the other person or accept what has been confirmed. Its short form makes it a brief affirmative reply.
When it's used
Used to give a short affirmative answer or confirm that something was heard or understood.
The line
있어? 네
Is it there? Yes.
A brief answer confirming what someone has said.
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More examples
다 들었으면 네, 바로 시작하겠습니다.
If you’ve heard everything, say yes; I’ll begin right away.
네, 말씀하신 대로 할게요.
Yes, I’ll do as you said.
Quick check
When would you use this expression?
네
있어? 네
Is it there? Yes.
- Quietly taking notes after hearing a request.
- Laughing loudly at a friend’s joke.
- Briefly responding affirmatively after hearing someone.
Show the answer
Briefly responding affirmatively after hearing someone.
a reply expressing agreement or acceptance of what was confirmed. More everyday and natural than ‘예’. It is relatively polite without being overly formal and is often used alone.
Other words in this line
- 있다
- To exist; to be present
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