"시간 없어요" (si-gan eop-seo-yo)
Meaning: I have no time. / I don’t have time.
Introduction
"시간 없어요" is a polite way to say "I have no time" or "I don’t have time" in Korean. This phrase is useful when you’re too busy or unable to do something due to time constraints. It’s a straightforward expression that can be used in both formal and informal settings.
More Expressions in Korean
지금 시간이 없어요 (ji-geum si-gan-i eop-seo-yo)
I don’t have time right now.오늘 시간이 안 돼요 (o-neul si-gan-i an dwae-yo)
I don’t have time today.바빠서 시간 없어요 (ba-ppa-seo si-gan eop-seo-yo)
I’m busy, so I don’t have time.나중에 시간 없을 것 같아요 (na-jung-e si-gan eop-seul geot gat-a-yo)
I probably won’t have time later.시간이 부족해요 (si-gan-i bu-jok-hae-yo)
I’m short on time.
These phrases are perfect for explaining that you’re unavailable or don’t have time. Use them in conversations when you need to politely decline or explain your busy schedule!