Korean phrase
~의 의도는 무엇인가요? ~ ui ui do neun mu eo sin ga yo
Meaning
What is the intention behind ___?
When to use it
This asks about the intention behind words or actions. It is a polite, somewhat formal way to ask this in business or everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
그 발언의 의도는 무엇인가요? keu pa reo nui ui do neun mu eo sin ga yo
What is the intention behind that remark?
회의 분위기를 바꾸려고 한 말이에요. hoe ui pu nwi gi reul pa kku ryeo go han ma ri e yo
It was meant to change the mood of the meeting.