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Really? / Seriously? in Korean: 진짜요?
진짜요? = really? 대박 = wow. Essential reaction phrases.
Published on September 14, 2026
Really? = 진짜요? (jinjayo?). Stronger: 설마요? / 농담이에요? (are you kidding?).
진짜 is everywhere in speech. 대박 marks positive shock. These micro-reactions make your Korean sound natural.
Politeness levels
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 진짜? | jinjja? | Really? | Informal |
| 진짜요? | jinjayo? | Really? | Polite |
| 대박이에요 | daebagieyo | That's crazy / awesome | Reaction |
| 믿을 수가 없어요 | mideul suga eopseoyo | I can't believe it | Strong |
Related phrases
- 와… (wa…): Wow
- 헐 (heol): OMG / whoa
- 장난이에요? (jangnan ieyo?): Are you joking?
Field tip
헐 is very casual/internet slang. Avoid it at work.
Common mistake
Raise intonation at the end of 진짜요? or it sounds flat.
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