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I'm Happy / Sad in Korean
기뻐요 = I'm glad. 행복해요 = I'm happy. 슬퍼요 = I'm sad.
Published on September 14, 2026
Glad = 기뻐요, happy = 행복해요, sad = 슬퍼요.
기쁘다 is more moment-joy; 행복하다 broader happiness. 슬프다 = sadness.
Levels / phrasings
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 기뻐요 | gippeoyo | I'm glad | Polite |
| 행복해요 | haengbokhaeyo | I'm happy | Polite |
| 슬퍼요 | seulpeoyo | I'm sad | Polite |
| 우울해요 | uulhaeyo | I feel down | Nuance |
Related phrases
- 신나요 (sinnayo): I'm excited
- 화나요 (hwanayo): I'm angry
- 걱정돼요 (geokjeongdwaeyo): I'm worried
Tip
오늘 기분이 좋아요 / 안 좋아요 works great in small talk.
Common mistake
Avoid Konglish 해피해요. Say 행복해요 / 기뻐요.
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