Korean phrase
그 대신 ~ 어떨까요? keu tae sin ~ eo tteol kka yo
Meaning
How about ___ instead?
When to use it
This phrase politely suggests a different option instead. It can gently decline one suggestion while offering another, without sounding too firm.
Example dialogue
오늘 외식할까요? o neul oe si kal kka yo
Shall we eat out today?
그 대신 집에서 영화 보는 건 어떨까요? keu tae sin chi be seo yeong hwa po neun keon eo tteol kka yo
Instead, how about watching a movie at home?