When learning Korean, certain expressions are simple yet highly useful in everyday conversations. One of those expressions is "벌써요?", which translates to "Already?" in English. This expression is perfect for reacting with surprise when something happens sooner than expected.
벌써요?
- 벌써 (beolsseo) means "already."
- Adding -요 (-yo) makes the expression polite, making it suitable for most situations when speaking to someone you don’t know well or in formal settings.
You can use "벌써요?" when you are surprised by how quickly something has happened. It conveys a sense of shock or amazement, similar to how we use "Already?" in English.
More Expressions Using "벌써" with English Translations
벌써 끝났어요?
"Is it over already?"벌써 왔어요?
"Did you come already?"벌써 시간이 이렇게 됐어요?
"Has time passed so quickly already?"벌써 다 했어요?
"Did you finish everything already?"벌써 집에 가요?
"Are you going home already?"
Using "벌써요?" in Conversations
For example, if you're attending a meeting and someone mentions that it's time to wrap up, you could respond with "벌써요?" to express surprise that the time has gone by so quickly. It's a casual, polite way to communicate your reaction without sounding too informal or rude.
Incorporating simple expressions like "벌써요?" into your daily Korean conversations can help you sound more natural and engaged, especially when showing surprise or disbelief in everyday situations.