Korean Slang 294. ㄱㅅ

Korean Slang 294. ㄱㅅ — Thanks.

ㄱㅅ (gamsa)

What ㄱㅅ means

Thanks.

When Koreans use it

Type a quick thank-you in a casual game or chat.

A short conversation

Korean

A: 파일 보냈어.

B: ㄱㅅ!

English

A: I sent the file.

B: Thanks!

Use it with care

Short for 감사. 고마워요 is warmer for a meaningful favor.

From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.

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