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초보예요
How to say I am a beginner in Korean A1
초보예요 / 한국어를 배우고 있어요 — set expectations before a long Korean reply.
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Every form, from formal to casual
초보 means beginner. Soft: 한국어 초보예요. Process: 한국어를 배우고 있어요.
| Korean | Romanization | Level | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 초보예요 | choboyeyo | Polite | I’m a beginner |
| 한국어 초보예요 | hangugeo choboyeyo | Polite | Korean beginner |
| 한국어를 배우고 있어요 | hangugeoreul baeugo isseoyo | Polite | I’m learning Korean |
| 아직 잘 못해요 | ajik jal mothaeyo | Polite | I’m not good yet |
Which one do I actually use?
After someone speaks fast: 죄송해요, 한국어 초보예요. 천천히 말해 주세요.
Pronunciation notes
- 초보
cho-bo; 초 is aspirated ch.
Vocabulary set
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Quick drill
Common mistakes
- ✗ 바보예요 as a joke about skill✓ 초보예요바보 means fool — not beginner.
Example sentences
한국어 초보예요.
hangugeo choboyeyo.
I’m a Korean beginner.
아직 잘 못해요. 천천히 말해 주세요.
ajik jal mothaeyo. cheoncheonhi malhae juseyo.
I’m not good yet — please speak slowly.
FAQ
How do you say I am a beginner in Korean?
초보예요 or 한국어 초보예요.
How do you say I’m learning Korean?
한국어를 배우고 있어요.
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