Korean phrase

늦었어요. neu seo sseo yo

Meaning

I'm late

When to use it

This means the speaker is late or has arrived late. It is a gentle, polite way to apologize for or explain the delay.

Example dialogue

미안해요, 늦었어요. mi an hae yo neu seo sseo yo

Sorry, I'm late.

괜찮아요, 다음부터 조심해요. kwaen cha na yo ta eum bu teo cho sim hae yo

It's okay. Please be careful next time.

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