Korean phrase
~ 자제해 주세요. ~ cha je hae chu se yo
Meaning
Please refrain from ___
When to use it
It politely asks that an action be avoided. It sounds respectful but firm and is often used in meetings or other public settings.
Example dialogue
회의 시작하기 전에 한 가지 부탁 있어. hoe ui si ja ka gi cheo ne han ka ji pu tak i sseo
Before we start the meeting, I have one request.
회의 중에는 휴대폰 사용을 자제해 주세요. hoe ui chung e neun hyu dae pon sa yong eul cha je hae chu se yo
Please refrain from using your phone during the meeting.