Korean phrase
한마디로 ~예요. han ma di ro ~ ye yo
Meaning
In a word, it's ___
When to use it
This briefly sums up a person or thing. It is common in conversation and may sound firm because it gives a clear conclusion.
Example dialogue
그 사람은 한마디로 천재 예요. keu sa ra meun han ma di ro cheon jae ye yo
That person is, in a word, a genius.
정말요? 어떤 점이요? cheong ma ryo eo tteon cheo mi yo
Really? In what way?