Korean phrase
~ 대신해 주실 수 있을까요? ~ tae sin hae chu sil ssu i sseul kka yo
Meaning
Could you do ___ for me instead?
When to use it
This politely asks someone to take over a task. It can be used for work, chores, or other responsibilities, and the request may be fairly substantial.
Example dialogue
오늘 저녁에 아이를 데리러 가는 것을 대신해 주실 수 있을까요? o neul cheo nyeo ge a i reul te ri reo ka neun keo seul tae sin hae chu sil ssu i sseul kka yo
Could you pick up the child for me this evening instead?
알겠어요. 몇 시에요? al ge sseo yo myeot si e yo
Okay. What time?