Korean Dictionary
How to say “I'm on break” in Korean
쉬고 있어요
Swigo isseoyo
BeginnerGreetings
Usage & Context
Letting someone know you're currently taking a break. 점심 시간이에요 (it's lunch time) is more specific. Often used to explain why you're not at your desk or available. Koreans typically have set break times that are respected in workplace culture.
Example Sentence
지금 전화 받기 어려워요, 쉬고 있어요.
It's hard to take calls now, I'm on break.
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