Korean phrase
~ 못할 것 같아요. ~ mo tal kkeot ka ta yo
Meaning
I don't think I can ___
When to use it
This softly says the speaker may not be able to do it. It is a polite, gentle way to explain difficulty or decline because of plans or circumstances.
Example dialogue
오늘은 회의 자료 준비를 못할 것 같아요. o neu reun hoe ui cha ryo chun bi reul mo tal kkeot ka ta yo
I don't think I can prepare the meeting materials today.
괜찮아요, 제가 도와드릴게요. kwaen cha na yo che ga to wa deu ril kke yo
That's okay. I'll help you.