Korean phrase
그건 이해하지만 ~요. keu geon i hae ha ji man ~ yo
Meaning
I understand, but ___
When to use it
It shows understanding before a polite refusal. It can gently turn down an invitation or request, often before a reason, and sounds polite in simple conversations.
Example dialogue
주말에 영화 보러 갈래? chu ma re yeong hwa po reo kal lae
Do you want to go see a movie this weekend?
그건 이해하지만 이번 주는 일이 많아서 못 가요. keu geon i hae ha ji man i beon chu neun i ri ma na seo mot ka yo
I understand, but I have a lot of work this week, so I can't go.