Korean phrase
요즘 바빠요. yo jeum pa ppa yo
Meaning
I'm busy these days
When to use it
This expression says that someone is busy these days. It is a mildly casual, polite way to explain why contact has decreased or why a quick response is difficult.
Example dialogue
요즘 왜 연락이 없었어요? yo jeum wae yeol la gi eop sseo sseo yo
Why haven't you contacted me lately?
아, 요즘 바빠요. 일이 많이 밀려서 여유가 없었어요. a yo jeum pa ppa yo i ri ma ni mil lyeo seo yeo yu ga eop sseo sseo yo
Oh, I'm busy these days. I haven't had much time because a lot of work has piled up.