Korean · Emotions & Descriptions
"Calm down" in Korean: 진정하세요
진정하세요jinjeonghaseyo
Calm down in Korean is 진정하세요 (jinjeonghaseyo). 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
Calm down: starting the exchange
괜찮아요. 진정하세요.gwaenchanayo. jinjeonghaseyo.
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How to pronounce 진정하세요
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jinjeonghaseyo
/tɕintɕʌŋhasejo/
진정하세요 is read jinjeonghaseyo. In 천천히 진정하세요, read the full phrase as cheoncheonhi jinjeonghaseyo.
"Calm down" in Korean: quick reference
| Korean | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| 진정하세요jinjeonghaseyo | Calm down The inventory form for calm down. | The inventory form for calm down. |
| 천천히 진정하세요cheoncheonhi jinjeonghaseyo | please calm down slowly 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate. | 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate. |
How to use 진정하세요 in real life
- 1Calm down: starting the exchange
괜찮아요. 진정하세요.
gwaenchanayo. jinjeonghaseyo.
It is okay. Please calm down.
진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
- 2Calm down: adding useful context
먼저 진정하세요. 이야기를 들어볼게요.
meonjeo jinjeonghaseyo. iyagireul deureobolgeyo.
First calm down. I will listen to your story.
This sentence places 진정하세요 in a complete exchange.
- 3Calm down: a different conversation
천천히 진정하세요. 시간이 있어요.
cheoncheonhi jinjeonghaseyo. sigani isseoyo.
Calm down slowly. There is time.
This sentence places 진정하세요 in a complete exchange.
Mistakes English speakers make with 진정하세요
Incorrect: 괜찮아요. 진정해세요.
Correct: 괜찮아요. 진정하세요.
When practicing calm down, attach the honorific ending to 하, not the contracted present form 해. The complete correction is 괜찮아요. 진정하세요.
Incorrect: 먼저 진정해세요. 이야기를 들어볼게요.
Correct: 먼저 진정하세요. 이야기를 들어볼게요.
When practicing calm down, attach the honorific ending to 하, not the contracted present form 해. The complete correction is 먼저 진정하세요. 이야기를 들어볼게요.
Good to know
진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
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Tutor-led emotions and descriptions study exercise: two sentences with 진정하세요
Partner
이 표현을 사용해서 한 문장 말해 볼까요?
i pyohyeoneul sayonghaeseo han munjang malhae bolkkayo?
Shall we say a sentence using this expression?
You
괜찮아요. 진정하세요.
gwaenchanayo. jinjeonghaseyo.
It is okay. Please calm down.
Partner
좋아요. 다른 문장으로도 연습해 볼까요?
joayo. dareun munjangeurodo yeonseupae bolkkayo?
Good. Shall we practice with another sentence too?
You
먼저 진정하세요. 이야기를 들어볼게요.
meonjeo jinjeonghaseyo. iyagireul deureobolgeyo.
First calm down. I will listen to your story.
This is a sample dialogue for reading aloud. Try both parts, then replace a detail with one from your own life.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Calm down" in Korean
What does 진정하세요 mean?
Calm down in Korean is 진정하세요 (jinjeonghaseyo). 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
When should I say 천천히 진정하세요?
진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
How does 천천히 진정하세요 differ from the basic expression?
천천히 진정하세요 means “please calm down slowly”. 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
Can I use 진정하세요 in a full sentence?
괜찮아요. 진정하세요. means “It is okay. Please calm down.” 진정하세요 is a direct instruction and can sound dismissive; a reassuring explanation can make it more considerate.
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