Korean phrase

설레요. seol le yo

Meaning

I'm getting butterflies

When to use it

It means feeling happy and nervously excited. It is a gentle expression used in casual or slightly polite conversation, often for a special or meaningful moment.

Example dialogue

네가 웃으니까 설레요. ne ga u seu ni kka seol le yo

Your smile gives me butterflies.

나도 그래. na do keu rae

Me too.

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