Korean phrase
이해하지만 ~ 어렵겠어요. i hae ha ji man ~ eo ryeop kke sseo yo
Meaning
I understand, but ___ would be difficult
When to use it
It shows understanding but says something would be difficult. It is a polite, gentle way to decline a request or suggestion.
Example dialogue
이해하지만 지금은 일정이 겹쳐서 어렵겠어요. i hae ha ji man chi geu meun il jeong i kyeop cheo seo eo ryeop kke sseo yo
I understand, but it would be difficult right now because I have a scheduling conflict.
아, 그렇군요. 다음에 시간 맞춰볼게요. a keu reo ku nyo ta eu me si gan mat chwo bol kke yo
Oh, I see. I'll try to find a time that works next time.