Korean phrase

~ 지연되고 있어요. ~ chi yeon doe go i sseo yo

Meaning

___ seems to be delayed

When to use it

It gently says that something is later than expected. The wording avoids a firm statement and suits everyday updates.

Example dialogue

택배 언제 오나요? taek ppae eon je o na yo

When will the package arrive?

택배가 지연되고 있어요. taek ppae ga chi yeon doe go i sseo yo

The package seems to be delayed.

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