Korean phrase
~ 대신 ~ 어떨까요? ~ tae sin ~ eo tteol kka yo
Meaning
Instead of ___, how about ___?
When to use it
This expression suggests one option instead of another. It gently offers a different choice and asks whether it is acceptable, often in everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
오늘 회의 끝나고 커피 마실래요? o neul hoe ui kkeun na go keo pi ma sil lae yo
Would you like to have coffee after today's meeting?
커피 대신 차 어떨까요? keo pi tae sin cha eo tteol kka yo
Instead of coffee, how about tea?