Discussing work objectives is crucial for team alignment. This guide provides essential Korean phrases for explaining a new goal to your teammate, particularly in a common setting like a coffee break. Learn how to clearly communicate objectives, discuss details, and foster collaboration effectively in Korean.
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Core Expression
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Expression: 새로운 목표에 대해 이야기해요.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un mok-pyo-e dae-hae i-ya-gi-hae-yo.
Meaning: Let’s talk about the new goal.
Explaining the Goal
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Expression: 이번 분기 우리의 새로운 목표가 생겼어요.
Pronunciation: i-beon bun-gi u-ri-ui sae-ro-un mok-pyo-ga saeng-gyeo-sseo-yo.
Meaning: We have a new goal for this quarter. -
Expression: 새로운 목표에 대해 설명해 드릴게요.
Pronunciation: sae-ro-un mok-pyo-e dae-hae seol-myeong-hae deu-ril-kke-yo.
Meaning: Let me explain the new goal to you. -
Expression: 우리의 주된 목표는 [목표 내용]입니다.
Pronunciation: u-ri-ui ju-doen mok-pyo-neun [mok-pyo nae-yong]-im-ni-da.
Meaning: Our main goal is [content of the goal]. -
Expression: 이 목표를 설정한 이유는…
Pronunciation: i mok-pyo-reul seol-jeong-han i-yu-neun…
Meaning: The reason we set this goal is… -
Expression: 우리가 달성해야 할 구체적인 수치는…
Pronunciation: u-ri-ga dal-seong-hae-ya hal gu-che-jeo-gin su-chi-neun…
Meaning: The specific number we need to achieve is… -
Expression: 이 프로젝트의 최종 목표는 명확해요.
Pronunciation: i peu-ro-jek-teu-ui choe-jong mok-pyo-neun myeong-hwak-hae-yo.
Meaning: The final goal of this project is clear. -
Expression: 이 목표는 팀 전체에 중요합니다.
Pronunciation: i mok-pyo-neun tim jeon-che-e jung-yo-ham-ni-da.
Meaning: This goal is important for the entire team. -
Expression: 목표 달성을 위해 집중해야 합니다.
Pronunciation: mok-pyo dal-seong-eul wi-hae jip-jung-hae-ya ham-ni-da.
Meaning: We need to focus to achieve the goal. -
Expression: 이 목표에 대해 어떻게 생각하세요?
Pronunciation: i mok-pyo-e dae-hae eo-tteo-ke saeng-gak-ha-se-yo?
Meaning: What do you think about this goal? -
Expression: 궁금한 점이 있으면 언제든지 물어보세요.
Pronunciation: gung-geum-han jeom-i i-sseu-myeon eon-je-deun-ji mu-reo-bo-se-yo.
Meaning: If you have any questions, feel free to ask anytime.
Discussing Details and Planning
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Expression: 이 목표를 어떻게 달성할지 같이 논의해 봅시다.
Pronunciation: i mok-pyo-reul eo-tteo-ke dal-seong-hal-ji ga-chi non-ui-hae bop-si-da.
Meaning: Let’s discuss together how we can achieve this goal. -
Expression: 세부 계획을 세워야 할 것 같아요.
Pronunciation: se-bu gye-hoek-eul se-wo-ya hal geot ga-ta-yo.
Meaning: I think we need to make a detailed plan. -
Expression: 마감일은 언제까지인가요?
Pronunciation: ma-gam-i-reun eon-je-kka-ji-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: When is the deadline? -
Expression: 이 부분은 [이름] 씨가 맡아주시면 좋을 것 같아요.
Pronunciation: i bu-bun-eun [i-reum] ssi-ga ma-ta-ju-si-myeon jo-eul geot ga-ta-yo.
Meaning: I think it would be good if [Name] could take charge of this part. -
Expression: 업무를 어떻게 분담하는 게 효율적일까요?
Pronunciation: eom-mu-reul eo-tteo-ke bun-dam-ha-neun ge hyo-yul-jeo-gil-kka-yo?
Meaning: How should we divide the tasks efficiently? -
Expression: 필요한 자원이 있다면 알려주세요.
Pronunciation: pil-yo-han ja-won-i it-da-myeon al-lyeo-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: Please let me know if there are any necessary resources. -
Expression: 진행 상황을 정기적으로 공유합시다.
Pronunciation: jin-haeng sang-hwang-eul jeong-gi-jeo-geu-ro gong-yu-hap-si-da.
Meaning: Let’s share progress updates regularly. -
Expression: 혹시 다른 아이디어가 있으신가요?
Pronunciation: hok-si da-reun a-i-di-eo-ga i-sseu-sin-ga-yo?
Meaning: Do you happen to have any other ideas? -
Expression: 이 부분에 대해 좀 더 자세히 설명해 주실 수 있나요?
Pronunciation: i bu-bun-e dae-hae jom deo ja-se-hi seol-myeong-hae ju-sil su in-na-yo?
Meaning: Could you explain this part in more detail? -
Expression: 우선순위를 정하는 것이 중요해요.
Pronunciation: u-seon-sun-wi-reul jeong-ha-neun geo-si jung-yo-hae-yo.
Meaning: Setting priorities is important.
Expressing Confidence and Encouragement
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Expression: 우리가 함께하면 충분히 달성할 수 있을 거예요.
Pronunciation: u-ri-ga ham-kke-ha-myeon chung-bun-hi dal-seong-hal su i-sseul geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: If we work together, I’m sure we can achieve it. -
Expression: 이 목표는 도전적이지만, 해낼 수 있다고 믿어요.
Pronunciation: i mok-pyo-neun do-jeon-jeo-gi-ji-man, hae-nael su it-da-go mi-deo-yo.
Meaning: This goal is challenging, but I believe we can do it. -
Expression: 서로 도와가면서 잘 해봅시다.
Pronunciation: seo-ro do-wa-ga-myeon-seo jal hae-bop-si-da.
Meaning: Let’s help each other and do well. -
Expression: [이름] 씨의 능력을 믿습니다.
Pronunciation: [i-reum] ssi-ui neung-ryeo-geul mit-seum-ni-da.
Meaning: I believe in your abilities, [Name]. -
Expression: 긍정적으로 생각하고 최선을 다합시다.
Pronunciation: geung-jeong-jeo-geu-ro saeng-gak-ha-go choe-seon-eul da-hap-si-da.
Meaning: Let’s think positively and do our best. -
Expression: 어려운 점이 있으면 언제든 저에게 이야기해주세요.
Pronunciation: eo-ryeo-un jeom-i i-sseu-myeon eon-je-deun jeo-e-ge i-ya-gi-hae-ju-se-yo.
Meaning: If you face any difficulties, please talk to me anytime. -
Expression: 우리 팀의 강점을 살려서 진행해 봐요.
Pronunciation: u-ri tim-ui gang-jeom-eul sal-lyeo-seo jin-haeng-hae bwa-yo.
Meaning: Let’s proceed by leveraging our team’s strengths. -
Expression: 분명 좋은 결과가 있을 거예요.
Pronunciation: bun-myeong jo-eun gyeol-gwa-ga i-sseul geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: I’m sure there will be good results. -
Expression: 너무 부담 갖지 마세요. 같이 하는 거니까요.
Pronunciation: neo-mu bu-dam gat-ji ma-se-yo. ga-chi ha-neun geo-ni-kka-yo.
Meaning: Don’t feel too pressured. We’re doing this together. -
Expression: 잘 할 수 있을 거라고 확신해요.
Pronunciation: jal hal su i-sseul geo-ra-go hwak-sin-hae-yo.
Meaning: I’m confident you/we can do well.
Korean Culture Notes
Hierarchy Awareness: Even when talking casually with a teammate (동료 – dong-ryo) over coffee, be mindful of potential age or seniority differences (선배 – seon-bae / 후배 – hu-bae). While the setting is informal, using appropriate polite language (존댓말 – jon-daen-mal, typically ending in -요/-ㅂ니다) is generally recommended unless you are very close friends of the same age or rank.
Emphasis on ‘We’ (우리 – uri): Korean workplace culture often emphasizes the collective (‘we’) over the individual (‘I’). When discussing goals, using phrases like “우리의 목표” (u-ri-ui mok-pyo – our goal) or “우리가 함께” (u-ri-ga ham-kke – we together) fosters a sense of teamwork and shared responsibility.
Consensus Building: While one person might introduce the goal, seeking input (의견을 묻다 – ui-gyeon-eul mut-da) and discussing the plan together is valued. Phrases like “어떻게 생각하세요?” (eo-tteo-ke saeng-gak-ha-se-yo? – What do you think?) are important for collaboration.
Coffee Break Discussions: Having short work-related discussions over coffee is very common in Korean companies. It’s seen as an efficient way to sync up informally without scheduling a formal meeting. Explaining a new goal during such a break is natural.
Indirect Communication: Sometimes, suggestions or task assignments might be phrased indirectly, like “이 부분을 맡아주시면 좋을 것 같아요” (i bu-bun-eul ma-ta-ju-si-myeon jo-eul geot ga-ta-yo – It seems like it would be good if you could take charge of this part), rather than a direct command. This maintains harmony.
Real Conversation Example
Situation: Minjun (민준), a slightly senior team member, is having coffee with his teammate Jiwon (지원) to explain a new social media engagement goal.
Characters:
- A: Minjun (민준 – Senior Teammate)
- B: Jiwon (지원 – Teammate)
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Expression: A: 지원 씨, 잠깐 시간 괜찮아요? 커피 마시면서 이야기 좀 해요.
Pronunciation: ji-won ssi, jam-kkan si-gan gwaen-chan-a-yo? keo-pi ma-si-myeon-seo i-ya-gi jom hae-yo.
Meaning: Jiwon, do you have a moment? Let’s talk over coffee. -
Expression: B: 네, 선배. 좋아요. 무슨 이야기신데요?
Pronunciation: ne, seon-bae. jo-a-yo. mu-seun i-ya-gi-sin-de-yo?
Meaning: Yes, Senior (Sunbae). Sounds good. What is it about? -
Expression: A: 다음 달 우리 팀 새로운 목표가 생겨서요. 그것 때문에 이야기하려고요.
Pronunciation: da-eum dal u-ri tim sae-ro-un mok-pyo-ga saeng-gyeo-seo-yo. geu-geot ttae-mu-ne i-ya-gi-ha-ryeo-go-yo.
Meaning: Our team has a new goal for next month. I wanted to talk about that. -
Expression: B: 아, 네. 어떤 목표인가요?
Pronunciation: a, ne. eo-tteon mok-pyo-in-ga-yo?
Meaning: Ah, okay. What kind of goal is it? -
Expression: A: 우리의 주된 목표는 소셜 미디어 참여율을 15% 높이는 거예요.
Pronunciation: u-ri-ui ju-doen mok-pyo-neun so-syeol mi-di-eo cham-yeo-yu-reul si-bo-peo-sen-teu nop-i-neun geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: Our main goal is to increase social media engagement rate by 15%. -
Expression: B: 15%요? 꽤 도전적인 목표네요.
Pronunciation: si-bo-peo-sen-teu-yo? kkwae do-jeon-jeo-gin mok-pyo-ne-yo.
Meaning: 15%? That’s quite a challenging goal. -
Expression: A: 맞아요. 그래서 우리가 어떻게 달성할지 같이 논의해 보고 싶었어요. 지원 씨 아이디어가 필요해요.
Pronunciation: ma-ja-yo. geu-rae-seo u-ri-ga eo-tteo-ke dal-seong-hal-ji ga-chi non-ui-hae bo-go si-peo-sseo-yo. ji-won ssi a-i-di-eo-ga pil-yo-hae-yo.
Meaning: That’s right. That’s why I wanted to discuss together how we can achieve it. I need your ideas, Jiwon. -
Expression: B: 네, 좋아요. 콘텐츠 전략을 좀 바꿔보는 건 어떨까요?
Pronunciation: ne, jo-a-yo. kon-ten-cheu jeol-lya-geul jom ba-kkwo-bo-neun geon eo-tteol-kka-yo?
Meaning: Okay, sounds good. How about changing the content strategy a bit? -
Expression: A: 좋은 생각이에요! 구체적인 계획은 다음 주에 같이 세워봅시다. 우리가 함께하면 충분히 할 수 있을 거예요.
Pronunciation: jo-eun saeng-ga-gi-e-yo! gu-che-jeo-gin gye-hoek-eun da-eum ju-e ga-chi se-wo-bop-si-da. u-ri-ga ham-kke-ha-myeon chung-bun-hi hal su i-sseul geo-ye-yo.
Meaning: That’s a good idea! Let’s make a detailed plan together next week. If we work together, I’m sure we can do it.
Practice Tips
Explaining goals clearly is a key communication skill! Try role-playing this scenario with a language partner or friend~ Imagine you’re explaining a real work goal or even a personal goal you have. Write down the key points you want to convey using the phrases learned today. Listen to Korean office dramas or vlogs to see how colleagues interact and discuss work. Don’t be afraid to use these expressions – practice makes perfect! 화이팅! (hwa-i-ting! – Fighting! / You can do it!)
