Korean phrase
지금 ~ 중인가요? chi geum ~ chung in ga yo
Meaning
Are you in the middle of ___ right now?
When to use it
This asks whether someone is in the middle of something now. It is a short, polite way to check whether an activity or event is under way, often at work or when checking plans.
Example dialogue
지금 회의 중인가요? chi geum hoe ui chung in ga yo
Are you in a meeting right now?
아니요, 아직 시작 전이에요. a ni yo a jik si jak cheo ni e yo
No, it has not started yet.