Korean phrase

그건 ~ 수 없어요. keu geon ~ su eop sseo yo

Meaning

That isn't something I can ___

When to use it

This phrase means that the speaker cannot do something. It is often used to politely decline a request when ability or circumstances do not allow the action.

Example dialogue

내일 이사 도와줄 수 있어? nae il i sa to wa jul ssu i sseo

Can you help me move tomorrow?

미안하지만 그건 도와줄 수 없어요. mi an ha ji man keu geon to wa jul ssu eop sseo yo

I'm sorry, but I can't help with that.

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