Korean phrase
~ 대신 ~하고 싶어요. ~ tae sin ~ ha go si peo yo
Meaning
instead of ___, I would like to ___
When to use it
It expresses a polite preference for one action over another. It is used to state a preference or make a suggestion in everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
외식 대신 집에서 요리 하고 싶어요. oe sik tae sin chi be seo yo ri ha go si peo yo
I would like to cook at home rather than eat out.
좋아요, 도와줄게요. cho a yo to wa jul kke yo
Okay, I'll help.