Korean phrase
현금이 ~원 있었어요. hyeon geu mi ~ won i sseo sseo yo
Meaning
There was ___ won in cash
When to use it
This expression reports having a stated amount of cash. It is a polite way to mention a past amount, often using a specific figure.
Example dialogue
지갑에 현금이 오천원 있었어요. chi ga be hyeon geu mi o cheo nwon i sseo sseo yo
There was five thousand won in cash in my wallet.
그럼 점심값은 되겠네요. keu reom cheom sim gap sseun toe gen ne yo
Then that should cover lunch.