Vocabulary4 min read100 views
Today / Tomorrow / Yesterday in Korean
오늘 = today, 내일 = tomorrow, 어제 = yesterday. Essential time base.
Published on September 14, 2026
Today = 오늘, tomorrow = 내일, yesterday = 어제. Ex. 내일 봐요, 오늘 바빠요.
These often sit at the start of a sentence. Add 아침/저녁 for detail.
Levels / phrasings
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 오늘요 | oneuryo | Today | Short |
| 내일 만나요 | naeil mannayo | See you tomorrow | Plan |
| 어제 갔어요 | eoje gasseoyo | I went yesterday | Past |
| 모레요 | moreyo | Day after tomorrow | Bonus |
Related phrases
- 지금 (jigeum): Now
- 나중에 (najunge): Later
- 아까 (akka): A while ago
Tip
오늘 저녁에… feels natural for evening plans.
Common mistake
No “today” Konglish. Use 오늘.
Go further
Practice these phrases in Seonsaengnim (lessons, audio dictionary, flashcards).
Ready to learn Korean?
Join thousands of learners on Seonsaengnim — structured courses, flashcards and a teacher available 24/7.
Start for free