Meaning and Usage
"안녕히" is an adverb meaning "peacefully" or "safely." It is commonly used in polite farewell expressions to wish someone well as they leave or stay.
Common Expressions
- 안녕히 가세요: Used when someone else is leaving; means "Go peacefully" or "Goodbye."
- 안녕히 계세요: Used when you are leaving and the other person stays; means "Stay peacefully."
- 안녕히 주무세요: A polite way to say "Sleep well" or "Good night."
Politeness and Context
These expressions are polite and often used in formal or semi-formal situations. Using "안녕히" adds a respectful and warm tone to farewells.
Common Confusion
Learners sometimes confuse "안녕히 가세요" and "안녕히 계세요." Remember: say "가세요" to the person leaving, and "계세요" to the person staying.
Collocations and Patterns
- 안녕히 가세요: polite farewell to someone leaving
- 안녕히 계세요: polite farewell to someone staying
- 안녕히 주무세요: polite good night
Using "안녕히" shows care for the other person's well-being during parting or rest.