Korean phrase
~ 심해요. ~ sim hae yo
Meaning
___ is really bad
When to use it
It describes pain or other symptoms as very severe. It is a polite way to report strong discomfort or poor health, often prompting concern or advice.
Example dialogue
어제부터 두통이 심해요. eo je bu teo tu tong i sim hae yo
My headache has been really bad since yesterday.
진통제는 드셨어요? 병원에 가 보세요. chin tong je neun teu syeo sseo yo pyeong wo ne ka po se yo
Have you taken any pain medicine? You should go to the hospital.