Korean phrase
조금 늦어요. cho geum neu seo yo
Meaning
I'll be a little late
When to use it
It means the speaker will be a little late. It is a gentle, polite way to let someone know about a short delay.
Example dialogue
미안해요, 조금 늦어요. mi an hae yo cho geum neu seo yo
Sorry, I'll be a little late.
괜찮아요, 기다릴게요. kwaen cha na yo ki da ril kke yo
It's okay, I'll wait.