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Korean · 7 September 2026 · Hierarchical Workplace Etiquette

안녕하십니까, 부장님.

Annyeonghasimnikka, bujangnim.

Hello, General Manager (formal honorific).

greeting

A highly formal greeting used when addressing a superior (here, a 부장/General Manager) in the workplace. This is the standard respectful greeting expected in Korean office culture, especially first thing in the morning.

In a sentence

안녕하십니까, 부장님. 오늘 회의는 10시에 시작합니다.

Annyeonghasimnikka, bujangnim. Oneul hoeuineun yeol sie sijakhamnida.

Hello, General Manager. Today's meeting starts at 10 o'clock.