What it means
The standard polite phrase for Nice to meet you. 만나서 means having met and 반갑습니다 means I am glad/pleased.
Nuance & when to use
Formal expression. More casual versions: 반가워요 (bangawoyo) or 반가워 (bangawo). Bow slightly when saying this to someone older.
⚠ Common mistake
Saying just 반갑습니다 without 만나서 is understood but less natural. The full phrase sounds more complete and warm.
Example sentences
처음 뵙겠습니다. 만나서 반갑습니다.
Cheoeum boepgesseumnida. Mannaseo bangapseumnida.
This is our first meeting. Nice to meet you.
드디어 만났네요! 만나서 반갑습니다.
Deudieo mannanneyo! Mannaseo bangapseumnida.
We've finally met! Nice to meet you.
만나서 반갑습니다. 잘 부탁드립니다.
Mannaseo bangapseumnida. Jal butakdeurimnida.
Nice to meet you. Please take care of me.
소문은 많이 들었어요. 만나서 반갑습니다.
Somun-eun mani deureosseoyo. Mannaseo bangapseumnida.
I've heard a lot about you. Nice to meet you.
See also
처음 뵙겠습니다
반가워요
안녕하세요
FAQ
When is this used?
Formal expression. More casual versions: 반가워요 (bangawoyo) or 반가워 (bangawo). Bow slightly when saying this to someone older.
What's a common mistake?
Saying just 반갑습니다 without 만나서 is understood but less natural. The full phrase sounds more complete and warm.
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