Korean phrase
~으면 어떻게 되나요? ~ eu myeon eo tteo ke toe na yo
Meaning
What happens if ___?
When to use it
This asks about the result of a possible action or situation. It is a polite, gentle way to ask what effect it may have.
Example dialogue
수업에 지각하면 어떻게 되나요? su eo be chi ga ka myeon eo tteo ke toe na yo
What happens if you are late for class?
지각하면 출석이 인정되지 않을 수도 있어요. chi ga ka myeon chul seo gi in jeong doe ji a neul ssu do i sseo yo
If you are late, your attendance may not be counted.