Korean phrase
답장 안 ~도 돼요. tap jjang an ~ to twae yo
Meaning
You don't have to ___
When to use it
This means that a reply is not necessary. It is a gentle, polite way to avoid pressuring someone to respond, especially when replying may be difficult.
Example dialogue
회의 중이면 답장 안 해도 돼요. hoe ui chung i myeon tap jjang an hae do twae yo
If you're in a meeting, you don't have to reply.
알겠어요, 고마워요. al ge sseo yo ko ma wo yo
I understand, thank you.