What it means
안녕히 가세요 is the polite goodbye said to someone who is LEAVING — you stay, they go. Literally "go in peace." Korean has two goodbye phrases depending on who's moving.
Nuance & when to use
안녕히 가세요 = goodbye to the person leaving (you stay). 안녕히 계세요 = goodbye when YOU are leaving (they stay). This distinction is unique to Korean and confuses many learners. 잘 가요 = informal "go well" (casual goodbye). 잘 가 = casual between friends.
⚠ Common mistake
Using 안녕히 가세요 when YOU are the one leaving is wrong. If you're leaving, say 안녕히 계세요 (stay well/in peace).
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FAQ
When is this used?
안녕히 가세요 = goodbye to the person leaving (you stay). 안녕히 계세요 = goodbye when YOU are leaving (they stay). This distinction is unique to Korean and confuses many learners. 잘 가요 = informal "go well" (casual goodbye). 잘 가 = casual between friends.
What's a common mistake?
Using 안녕히 가세요 when YOU are the one leaving is wrong. If you're leaving, say 안녕히 계세요 (stay well/in peace).
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