Korean phrase
그건 ~ 곤란해요. keu geon ~ kol lan hae yo
Meaning
That would be difficult because of ___
When to use it
This politely says that something would be difficult. It often gently declines a request when a schedule or another circumstance makes it difficult.
Example dialogue
오늘 우리 이사 도와줄 수 있어? o neul u ri i sa to wa jul ssu i sseo
Can you help us with our move today?
그건 내일 중요한 약속이 있어서 곤란해요. keu geon nae il chung yo han yak sso gi i sseo seo kol lan hae yo
That would be difficult because I have an important appointment tomorrow.