Korean phrase
~ 이래요. ~ i rae yo
Meaning
they say ___
When to use it
This casual expression reports what someone says. It is used in conversation to pass on information and can show mild surprise or a shared reaction.
Example dialogue
그 사람이 내일 못 온다고 이래요. keu sa ra mi nae il mot on da go i rae yo
That person says they can't come tomorrow.
아, 그래? 그럼 누가 대신 와? a keu rae keu reom nu ga tae sin wa
Oh, really? Then who's coming instead?