Korean phrase
덧붙이자면 ~요. teot ppu chi ja myeon ~ yo
Meaning
if I may add, ___
When to use it
This expression adds a further point or explanation. It is a polite, gentle way to add information in conversation.
Example dialogue
덧붙이자면 제가 어제 못 왔던 이유를 말씀드릴게요. teot ppu chi ja myeon che ga eo je mot wat tteon i yu reul mal sseum deu ril kke yo
If I may add, I'll tell you why I couldn't come yesterday.
무슨 이유였어요? mu seun i yu yeo sseo yo
What was the reason?