Korean phrase
조금 늦을 것 같습니다. cho geum neu seul kkeot kat sseum ni da
Meaning
I think I'll be a little late
When to use it
This means the speaker expects to be a little late. It is a polite, careful way to report a possible delay, often used in respectful or business situations.
Example dialogue
지금 출발했는데 조금 늦을 것 같습니다. chi geum chul bal haen neun de cho geum neu seul kkeot kat sseum ni da
I just left, but I think I'll be a little late.
알겠어요. 조심해서 오세요. al ge sseo yo cho sim hae seo o se yo
Okay. Take care on your way here.