Korean phrase
실제는 ~예요. sil je neun ~ ye yo
Meaning
Actually, it's ___
When to use it
It politely corrects a mistaken idea by stating what is true. It has a calm, gentle tone in everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
여기 입장료 있어요? yeo gi ip jjang nyo i sseo yo
Is there an admission fee here?
아니요, 실제는 무료예요. a ni yo sil je neun mu ryo ye yo
No, actually, it's free.