What it means
어때요 is one of the most versatile phrases in Korean. It can mean "how is it?
Nuance & when to use
이 어때요? → How is this? / How about this? 오늘 어때요? → How are you today? Used to ask opinions or check in. Casual: 어때? (eottae). Very flexible.
⚠ Common mistake
어때 alone sounds abrupt without context. Always add what you're referring to first: 이 식당 어때요? (How is this restaurant?)
Example sentences
이 옷 어때요?
I ot eottaeyo?
How is this outfit?
오늘 기분 어때요?
Oneul gibun eottaeyo?
How are you feeling today?
이 아이디어 어때요?
I aidio eottaeyo?
What do you think of this idea?
See also
어떻게 생각해요?
어떻게요?
괜찮아요?
FAQ
When is this used?
이 어때요? → How is this? / How about this? 오늘 어때요? → How are you today? Used to ask opinions or check in. Casual: 어때? (eottae). Very flexible.
What's a common mistake?
어때 alone sounds abrupt without context. Always add what you're referring to first: 이 식당 어때요? (How is this restaurant?)
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