Beginner Korean Mini Lesson 잠시만요 for Everyday Polite Interruptions

한국어

잠시만요

발음

jamsimanyo

의미

It means “Excuse me” or “Just a moment.”

Short Intro

Koreans use this phrase to politely get someone’s attention. You can use it in shops, restaurants, or on the street.

How to Use This Expression

  • Formal: 잠시만요, 질문 있어요. (jamsimanyo, jilmun isseoyo. = Excuse me, I have a question.)
  • Casual: 잠시만, 봐봐. (jamsiman, bwabwa. = Wait a sec, look at this.)
  • Extra polite: 잠시만요, 실례가 안 된다면요. (jamsimanyo, sillyega an doendamyeon-yo. = Excuse me, if you don’t mind.)

Example Sentence

잠시만요, 이 길이 맞나요?
Excuse me, is this the right way?

Similar Expressions

  • 실례합니다 (sillyehamnida = Excuse me / Pardon me)
  • 잠깐만요 (jamkkanmanyo = One moment, please)

Closing

Try using this phrase whenever you need someone’s attention. It will help you sound polite and natural in Korean.