What does ㅇㅇ (eung eung) mean?
- ㅇㅇeung eung
Yeah / yep
Casual: friends and people younger than you
ㅇㅇ (eung eung) is a quick texting way to say "yeah" or "yep" in Korean. It is short for 응 (eung), the casual word for "yes".
Where it comes from
ㅇ is the consonant used in 응. Typing just the consonants, ㅇㅇ, is a lazy, fast version of 응 or 응응.
How to use ㅇㅇ
ㅇㅇ is for friends, siblings and people your age. It is the texting version of a casual "yep", so never send it to a boss, a teacher or anyone you speak politely to. With them, write 네.
Because it is so short, ㅇㅇ can feel a little flat or careless, especially if it is the whole reply. 응응 or 웅 sounds warmer and friendlier, and 응 ㅎㅎ adds a smile.
Some people read ㅇㅇ as 어어 ("uh-huh"), but the meaning is the same: a simple yes.
Examples
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Friend asks if you are on your way
Your sister reminds you about dinner
Friend asks if you saw the new episode
Other ways to say it
| Korean | Meaning | When |
|---|---|---|
| 응 | Yeah | The full casual word. |
| 응응 | Yeah yeah | Warmer and more eager. |
| 웅 | Yeah (cute) | A cute, soft way to type it. |
| 네 | Yes | Polite version for people you respect. |
Questions learners ask
What does oo mean in Korean texting?
"oo" is how people type ㅇㅇ on an English keyboard or describe it in English. It means 응, "yeah".
Is ㅇㅇ rude?
It is not rude between friends, but it is too casual for anyone you speak politely to. It can also feel a bit cold, so many people use 응응 to sound friendlier.
What is the opposite of ㅇㅇ?
ㄴㄴ, short for 노노 ("no no"), is the casual texting way to say no.