When do Koreans say "leaving work / end of work"?

"leaving work / end of work" is used in neutral situations in Korean conversation and K-drama scenes.

What Does "toegeun (퇴근)" Mean in Korean?

퇴근

toegeun

leaving work / end of work

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What Koreans really mean

In casual conversation.

💬 Used in real life

• Said by an office worker to a colleague when it's time to go home after a day's work, often signaling their departure.

• Used when asking a friend or acquaintance about their work schedule, specifically the time they finish their workday.

Real example sentences — tap any bubble to explore it

Na oneul toegeun iljjik hae!

I'm leaving work early today!

Myeot sie toegeunhaseyo?

What time do you leave work?

Related feelings and meanings — click to explore

출근chulgeun

going to work / start of work

야근yageun

working overtime / night work

퇴근 시간toegeun sigan

quitting time / time to leave work

Part by part — learn the structure, not just the meaning

Derived from the Hanja 退 (t'oe), meaning 'to retreat,' 'to withdraw,' or 'to retire'.

Derived from the Hanja 勤 (geun), meaning 'diligence,' 'work,' or 'service'.