Korean phrase

왜 ~ 그러세요? wae ~ keu reo se yo

Meaning

Why are you acting ___?

When to use it

This politely asks why someone is acting a certain way. It often shows surprise or concern when a sudden change is noticed.

Example dialogue

갑자기 표정이 어두워졌네요. kap jja gi pyo jeong i eo du wo jeon ne yo

You suddenly look sad.

왜 갑자기 그러세요? wae kap jja gi keu reo se yo

Why are you suddenly acting like that?

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