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What Does "mianhae" (미안해) Mean in Korean?

I am sorry (casual) — the hidden emotional layer and cultural context behind it, not just the dictionary translation.

Meaning

미안해

mianhae

I am sorry (casual)

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What Koreans really mean

미안해 (mianhae) is the casual form of apology in Korean. It is sincere but informal — appropriate between close friends, family, or romantic partners.

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