Communicating effectively with professors is a crucial skill for university students, especially when deadlines are involved. This guide provides essential Korean phrases and cultural context for students needing to inquire about research paper deadlines with their professors in a respectful and appropriate manner.
Table Of Content
Core Expression
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Expression: 연구 논문 마감일이 언제인가요?
Pronunciation: yeon-gu non-mun ma-gam-il-i eon-je-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: When is the research paper deadline?
Greeting the Professor
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Expression: 교수님, 안녕하세요.
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, an-nyeong-ha-se-yo.
Meaning: Hello, Professor. -
Expression: 교수님, 잠시 시간 괜찮으신가요?
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, jam-si si-gan gwaen-chan-eu-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: Professor, do you have a moment? -
Expression: 교수님, 질문 드릴 것이 있습니다.
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, jil-mun deu-ril geo-si it-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: Professor, I have a question to ask. -
Expression: 교수님 연구실에 계신가요?
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim yeon-gu-sil-e gye-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: Professor, are you in your office? -
Expression: 교수님, [학생 이름]입니다.
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, [hak-saeng i-reum]-im-ni-da.
Meaning: Professor, this is [Student Name]. -
Expression: 바쁘신데 죄송합니다.
Pronunciation: ba-ppeu-sin-de joe-song-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: I’m sorry to bother you when you’re busy. -
Expression: 교수님, 잠깐 찾아뵈어도 될까요?
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, jam-kkan cha-ja-boe-eo-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: Professor, may I visit you for a moment? -
Expression: 수업 관련해서 여쭤볼 것이 있습니다.
Pronunciation: su-eop gwal-lyeon-hae-seo yeo-jjwo-bol geo-si it-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I have something to ask regarding the class. -
Expression: 교수님, 혹시 지금 괜찮으시면 잠깐 질문드려도 될까요?
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim, hok-si ji-geum gwaen-chan-eu-si-myeon jam-kkan jil-mun-deu-ryeo-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: Professor, if you are available now, may I ask a quick question?
Asking About the Deadline
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Expression: 연구 논문 마감 기한에 대해 여쭤보고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: yeon-gu non-mun ma-gam gi-han-e dae-hae yeo-jjwo-bo-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I would like to ask about the research paper deadline. -
Expression: 논문 제출 마감일이 언제까지인가요?
Pronunciation: non-mun je-chul ma-gam-il-i eon-je-kka-ji-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Until when is the paper submission deadline? -
Expression: 이번 학기 연구 논문 마감일을 다시 한번 확인하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: i-beon hak-gi yeon-gu non-mun ma-gam-il-eul da-si han-beon hwa-gin-ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I would like to double-check the research paper deadline for this semester. -
Expression: 마감일이 정확히 며칠인가요?
Pronunciation: ma-gam-il-i jeong-hwak-hi myeo-chil-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: What is the exact date of the deadline? -
Expression: 마감 시간이 따로 정해져 있나요?
Pronunciation: ma-gam si-gan-i tta-ro jeong-hae-jyeo it-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a specific deadline time? -
Expression: 혹시 마감일이 변경되었나요?
Pronunciation: hok-si ma-gam-il-i byeon-gyeong-doe-eot-na-yo?
Meaning: Has the deadline perhaps been changed? -
Expression: 논문 제출 관련 공지를 못 찾아서 여쭤봅니다.
Pronunciation: non-mun je-chul gwal-lyeon gong-ji-reul mot cha-ja-seo yeo-jjwo-bom-ni-da.
Meaning: I’m asking because I couldn’t find the notice regarding the paper submission. -
Expression: 마감일을 놓치지 않도록 미리 확인하고 싶습니다.
Pronunciation: ma-gam-il-eul no-chi-ji an-to-rok mi-ri hwa-gin-ha-go sip-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I want to check in advance so I don’t miss the deadline. -
Expression: 교수님께서 말씀하신 마감일이 맞는지 확인차 여쭤봅니다.
Pronunciation: gyo-su-nim-kke-seo mal-sseum-ha-sin ma-gam-il-i mat-neun-ji hwa-gin-cha yeo-jjwo-bom-ni-da.
Meaning: I’m asking just to confirm if the deadline the professor mentioned is correct. -
Expression: 마감일에 대한 안내를 다시 받을 수 있을까요?
Pronunciation: ma-gam-il-e dae-han an-nae-reul da-si ba-deul su it-seul-kka-yo?
Meaning: Could I receive the information about the deadline again?
Clarifying Questions
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Expression: 논문 제출 방식은 어떻게 되나요?
Pronunciation: non-mun je-chul bang-sik-eun eo-tteo-ke doe-na-yo?
Meaning: What is the submission method for the paper? -
Expression: 온라인으로 제출해야 하나요, 아니면 직접 제출해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: on-la-in-eu-ro je-chul-hae-ya ha-na-yo, a-ni-myeon jik-jeop je-chul-hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Should I submit it online, or submit it in person? -
Expression: 요구되는 논문 분량이 있나요?
Pronunciation: yo-gu-doe-neun non-mun bul-lyang-i it-na-yo?
Meaning: Is there a required length for the paper? -
Expression: 특정 양식을 따라야 하나요?
Pronunciation: teuk-jeong yang-sik-eul tta-ra-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Do I need to follow a specific format? -
Expression: 참고 문헌 목록도 포함해야 하나요?
Pronunciation: cham-go mun-heon mong-nok-do po-ham-hae-ya ha-na-yo?
Meaning: Should I also include a bibliography? -
Expression: 제출 파일 형식에 대한 규정이 있습니까?
Pronunciation: je-chul pa-il hyeong-sik-e dae-han gyu-jeong-i it-seum-ni-kka?
Meaning: Are there regulations regarding the submission file format? -
Expression: 마감일 이후 제출 시 감점이 있나요?
Pronunciation: ma-gam-il i-hu je-chul si gam-jeom-i it-na-yo?
Meaning: Are there point deductions for submitting after the deadline? -
Expression: 혹시 마감일 연장이 가능한가요?
Pronunciation: hok-si ma-gam-il yeon-jang-i ga-neung-han-ga-yo?
Meaning: Is it possible to get an extension on the deadline? (Use with caution) -
Expression: 논문 주제 관련해서도 질문 드려도 될까요?
Pronunciation: non-mun ju-je gwal-lyeon-hae-seo-do jil-mun deu-ryeo-do doel-kka-yo?
Meaning: May I also ask questions regarding the paper topic? -
Expression: 자세한 제출 가이드라인은 어디서 확인할 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: ja-se-han je-chul ga-i-deu-ra-in-eun eo-di-seo hwa-gin-hal su it-na-yo?
Meaning: Where can I find the detailed submission guidelines?
Expressing Gratitude and Closing
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Expression: 네, 알겠습니다. 감사합니다.
Pronunciation: ne, al-get-seum-ni-da. gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Yes, I understand. Thank you. -
Expression: 답변해 주셔서 감사합니다, 교수님.
Pronunciation: dap-byeon-hae ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da, gyo-su-nim.
Meaning: Thank you for your answer, Professor. -
Expression: 시간 내주셔서 감사합니다.
Pronunciation: si-gan nae-ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Thank you for your time. -
Expression: 덕분에 잘 알게 되었습니다.
Pronunciation: deok-bun-e jal al-ge doe-eot-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: Thanks to you, I understand it well now. -
Expression: 열심히 준비하겠습니다.
Pronunciation: yeol-sim-hi jun-bi-ha-get-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I will prepare diligently. -
Expression: 그럼 안녕히 계세요.
Pronunciation: geu-reom an-nyeong-hi gye-se-yo.
Meaning: Goodbye (to someone staying). -
Expression: 도움 주셔서 정말 감사합니다.
Pronunciation: do-um ju-syeo-seo jeong-mal gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Thank you very much for your help. -
Expression: 이제 가보겠습니다.
Pronunciation: i-je ga-bo-get-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I will get going now. -
Expression: 다음에 또 뵙겠습니다.
Pronunciation: da-eum-e tto boep-get-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I will see you again next time. -
Expression: 확인해 주셔서 감사합니다.
Pronunciation: hwa-gin-hae ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: Thank you for confirming.
Korean Culture Notes
Hierarchy and Politeness: Korean society places strong emphasis on hierarchy. Always use formal language (존댓말 – jon-daen-mal) when speaking to professors. Address them as 교수님 (gyo-su-nim). Avoid casual language or overly familiar behavior.
Appropriate Timing: It’s best to approach professors during their office hours (오피스 아워 – o-pi-seu a-wo or 면담 시간 – myeon-dam si-gan). If visiting outside these hours, it’s polite to ask if they have a moment (잠시 시간 괜찮으신가요? – jam-si si-gan gwaen-chan-eu-sin-ga-yo?) or schedule an appointment via email.
Conciseness: While politeness is key, professors are busy. State your purpose clearly and concisely after the initial greetings. Get straight to the point about needing to know the deadline.
Expressing Gratitude: Always thank the professor for their time and information (감사합니다 – gam-sa-ham-ni-da). Acknowledging their help shows respect.
Non-Verbal Communication: A slight bow when greeting and leaving is customary. Maintain respectful posture and avoid overly casual body language.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: A student (Min-jun) visits Professor Kim’s office to ask about the research paper deadline for the semester.
Roles:
A: Min-jun (Student)
B: Professor Kim
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Expression: A: 교수님, 안녕하세요. 김민준입니다. 잠시 시간 괜찮으신가요?
Pronunciation: A: gyo-su-nim, an-nyeong-ha-se-yo. gim-min-jun-im-ni-da. jam-si si-gan gwaen-chan-eu-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: A: Hello, Professor. I’m Kim Min-jun. Do you have a moment? -
Expression: B: 아, 민준 학생. 들어와요. 무슨 일이죠?
Pronunciation: B: a, min-jun hak-saeng. deu-reo-wa-yo. mu-seun il-i-jyo?
Meaning: B: Ah, Min-jun. Come in. What is it? -
Expression: A: 네, 교수님. 이번 학기 연구 논문 마감일에 대해 여쭤보고 싶어서 왔습니다.
Pronunciation: A: ne, gyo-su-nim. i-beon hak-gi yeon-gu non-mun ma-gam-il-e dae-hae yeo-jjwo-bo-go si-peo-seo wat-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: A: Yes, Professor. I came because I wanted to ask about the research paper deadline for this semester. -
Expression: B: 아, 마감일이요. 공지 확인 안 했어요? 11월 30일까지입니다.
Pronunciation: B: a, ma-gam-il-i-yo. gong-ji hwa-gin an haet-seo-yo? sip-il-wol sam-sip-il-kka-ji-im-ni-da.
Meaning: B: Ah, the deadline. Didn’t you check the announcement? It’s until November 30th. -
Expression: A: 아, 11월 30일이요. 제가 공지를 놓쳤나 봅니다. 죄송합니다. 혹시 마감 시간도 정해져 있나요?
Pronunciation: A: a, sip-il-wol sam-sip-il-i-yo. je-ga gong-ji-reul no-chyeot-na bom-ni-da. joe-song-ham-ni-da. hok-si ma-gam si-gan-do jeong-hae-jyeo it-na-yo?
Meaning: A: Ah, November 30th. I must have missed the announcement. I apologize. Is there a specific deadline time as well? -
Expression: B: 네, 그날 오후 6시까지 이메일로 제출하면 됩니다. 파일 형식은 PDF로 보내주세요.
Pronunciation: B: ne, geu-nal o-hu yeo-seot-si-kka-ji i-me-il-lo je-chul-ha-myeon doem-ni-da. pa-il hyeong-sik-eun PDF-ro bo-nae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: B: Yes, you should submit it via email by 6 PM that day. Please send it in PDF format. -
Expression: A: 네, 알겠습니다. 오후 6시까지 PDF 형식으로 제출하겠습니다. 답변해 주셔서 감사합니다, 교수님!
Pronunciation: A: ne, al-get-seum-ni-da. o-hu yeo-seot-si-kka-ji PDF hyeong-sik-eu-ro je-chul-ha-get-seum-ni-da. dap-byeon-hae ju-syeo-seo gam-sa-ham-ni-da, gyo-su-nim!
Meaning: A: Yes, I understand. I will submit it in PDF format by 6 PM. Thank you for your answer, Professor! -
Expression: B: 그래요. 열심히 준비해요.
Pronunciation: B: geu-rae-yo. yeol-sim-hi jun-bi-hae-yo.
Meaning: B: Okay. Prepare diligently. -
Expression: A: 네, 감사합니다! 그럼 안녕히 계세요.
Pronunciation: A: ne, gam-sa-ham-ni-da! geu-reom an-nyeong-hi gye-se-yo.
Meaning: A: Yes, thank you! Goodbye then.
Practice Tips
Knowing how to ask about deadlines politely is essential! Try practicing these phrases out loud~ Role-play the conversation example with a friend or language partner. Pay close attention to using the formal 교수님 (gyo-su-nim) title and the polite -요 (-yo) or -ㅂ니다/습니다 (-mnida/seumnida) endings. Remember, confidence comes with practice, so don’t be afraid to use these expressions when you need them! 화이팅! (hwa-i-ting! – Good luck!)
