우리 (uri) Meaning in Korean
우리 · uri
Meaning
We; our
Refers to “we” or “our.” In Korean it is often used for something shared or closely associated with the speaker, as in 우리 집, even where English might say “my home.”
Part of speech: Pronoun
Speech level: Neutral
Examples
우리는 친구예요.
We are friends.
우리 집에 놀러 오세요.
Please come visit my home.
Common questions
What does 우리 mean in English?
우리 means We; our. Refers to “we” or “our.” In Korean it is often used for something shared or closely associated with the speaker, as in 우리 집, even where English might say “my home.”
How do you pronounce and romanize 우리?
The romanization is uri. Romanization is a spelling guide, so listen to the Korean audio above for the pronunciation.
How do you use 우리 in Korean?
Refers to “we” or “our.” In Korean it is often used for something shared or closely associated with the speaker, as in 우리 집, even where English might say “my home.”
What is 우리 in Japanese?
A common Japanese equivalent is 私たち；私たちの. The best translation depends on context and politeness.