Korean phrase
급한 일이 생겼어요. keu pan i ri saeng gyeo sseo yo
Meaning
An urgent matter has come up
When to use it
It states that an urgent matter has arisen. It is a polite way to give a brief reason for leaving early, with more details often provided if needed.
Example dialogue
부장님, 급한 일이 생겼어요. 먼저 가도 될까요? pu jang nim keu pan i ri saeng gyeo sseo yo meon jeo ka do toel kka yo
Boss, an urgent matter has come up. Could I leave early?
어떤 일인가요? 상황을 알려 주세요. eo tteon i rin ga yo sang hwang eul al lyeo chu se yo
What kind of matter is it? Please tell me about the situation.