초급 · Beginner
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-는데 / -(으)ㄴ데 · 7분
In Korean culture, direct refusals (*“I can’t go”*) can sound harsh. -는데 / -(으)ㄴ데 is the native speaker’s magic key to softening their speech:
- *“가고 싶은데, 오늘은 약속이 있어요.”* (I want to go, but I have plans today.)
It cushions the refusal and gives context before stating the conflict.
안 가요 (I won't go)가고 싶은데, 약속이 있어요 · Softens refusal with desire
밥 먹어요 (Eat food)점심 먹고 싶은데, 같이 갈래요? · Gentle suggestion with background
돈 없어요 (No money)시간은 많은데, 돈이 없어요 · Contrasts facts gently
가고 싶은데, 오늘은 약속이 있어요.I want to go, but I have plans today.
점심을 먹고 싶은데, 같이 갈래요?I want to eat lunch, do you want to go together?
시간은 많은데, 돈이 없어요.I have plenty of time, but no money.
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