BANGAPSEUMNIDA (반갑습니다)

LEARN WORD NO. 11: BANGAPSEUMNIDA

IN HANGUL: 반갑습니다

At this point in time we already know how to say hello (annyeong haseyo, annyeong hasimnikka, annyeong), thank you (gamsahamnida, or gomawo), goodbye (annyeonghi gaseyo, annyeonghi gyeseyo, annyeong), sorry (joesonghamnida), excuse me/to call the attention of someone (jeogiyo) and excuse me/to pass through a crowd (jamsimanyo). 

Now we'll be studying more words, and our 11th word is "Bangapseumnida". Let's start with settling the hangul for this word. If you would notice the third syllable which is 습 is pronounced as "seum" instead of "seup". As mentioned on our previous discussions, it is normal in Korean language to transform "p" to "m" when "p" is followed by an "n" sound. That's why "seup" is read as "seum", but take note that there are no changes with the way it is written. 

What is the meaning of Bangapseumnida?

Let's watch this video first and talk about the meaning of the word. 

 

Now you've learned that the meaning of "Bangapseumnida" is "nice to meet you". If you are thinking about the degree of formality of this word, pay attention on the "seumnida" part. Just like joesonghamnida and gamsahamnida, bangapseumnida is in formal & polite form too. 

 

A remake for this video is also available, you may check on this one too.

With these, I hope one new word has entered your vocabulary list. Again, I'm Dae-Hangul and let's meet again on the next blog.