Grammar — Entry No. 1044
~ㄹ게요
bol-kke-yo · grammar
~ㄹ게요
bol-kke-yo
[bol KKUH-yo]
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Meaning
Polite future tense ending (~ㄹ게요). More formal version of informal future expressing intention or prediction.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Polite grammar is essential for respectful Korean communication. Used in service industry, formal settings, and with unfamiliar people. K-Drama characters use when being respectful.
Example Sentences
내일 뵐게요.
naeil bwol-kke-yo.
I will see you tomorrow (polite future meeting)
잠시만 기다릴게요.
jamsiman gi-dareul kke-yo.
I will wait for a moment (polite patience)
내가 도와줄게요.
naega do-wa-jul kke-yo.
I will help you (polite offer of assistance)
⚠️ Don’t use bol-kke-yo when…
~ㄹ게요 is polite but not formal. Most formal is ~ㄹ 것입니다. Use when speaking to acquaintances, service workers, or elders respectfully but not in formal documents.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Hospital Playlist — medical staff using polite speech with patients and colleagues
- K-Pop: NewJeans — members using polite grammar in interviews and public appearances
ℹ️ Editorial Note: The cultural context and example usage are for educational reference only. Artist names, song titles, and drama references are used descriptively to illustrate vocabulary in context. This content is AI-assisted and reviewed for accuracy. For official information, please refer to the respective artists’ or studios’ official channels.