Korean phrase
~ 아니에요. ~ a ni e yo
Meaning
is not ___
When to use it
This politely says that something is not what was mentioned. It gently corrects a misunderstanding and is suitable for speaking to someone of higher status.
Example dialogue
저 사람 선생님이에요? cheo sa ram seon saeng ni mi e yo
Is that person a teacher?
그 사람은 선생님이 아니에요. keu sa ra meun seon saeng ni mi a ni e yo
That person is not a teacher.