Korean phrase
긴장돼요. kin jang dwae yo
Meaning
I'm nervous
When to use it
This says that the speaker feels nervous. It is a polite, everyday way to gently express worry, often before a presentation or speaking in front of others.
Example dialogue
발표가 있어서 긴장돼요. pal pyo ga i sseo seo kin jang dwae yo
I have a presentation, so I'm nervous.
괜찮아요, 천천히 하면 돼요. kwaen cha na yo cheon cheon hi ha myeon twae yo
It's okay; you can take your time.