Korean phrase
국적은 ~입니다. kuk jjeo geun ~ im ni da
Meaning
I am a national of ___
When to use it
This expression states the speaker's nationality. It is polite and somewhat formal, especially in official settings or first meetings.
Example dialogue
여권을 확인하겠습니다. 국적이 어떻게 되세요? yeo gwo neul hwa gin ha get sseum ni da kuk jjeo gi eo tteo ke toe se yo
I will check your passport. What is your nationality?
제 국적은 캐나다입니다. che kuk jjeo geun kae na da im ni da
I am Canadian.