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What does Mianhae (미안해) mean?

Term

미안해

Mianhae

Phonetic

mi-an-hae

Definition

Casual "sorry" in Korean. Fans learn it early for chats and light apologies; more formal situations use mianhamnida or joesonghamnida.

Context / Example

“Mianhae for the late reply — practice ran long!”

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About this term

Mianhae (미안해) is a casual "sorry" — informal apology among close speakers, heard often in idol lives and variety.

Politer forms exist for strangers and elders. Match the formality to who you are talking to.

Frequently asked questions

Mianhae vs mianhamnida?

Mianhae is informal; mianhamnida (or joesonghamnida) is more polite/formal.

Can fans say mianhae to idols?

In comments it appears, but polite forms are safer if you are unsure of closeness.

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