Korean Dictionary
How to say "Talk later" in Korean
“Talk later” in Korean is 나중에 얘기해요 (pronounced "Najunge yaegihaeyo").
나중에 얘기해요
Najunge yaegihaeyo
Usage & Context
Suggesting to continue or begin a conversation at a later time. Often used when you're busy but don't want to dismiss someone. 나중에 연락할게요 (I'll contact you later) adds the promise of follow-through. Common in professional and casual Korean communication.
Example Sentence
지금 회의 중이에요. 나중에 얘기해요!
I'm in a meeting now. Let's talk later!
How to use 나중에 얘기해요 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Talk later” is 나중에 얘기해요, romanized as Najunge yaegihaeyo.
Usage tip
Check the politeness level before using this word. Korean greetings often change depending on age, relationship, and setting.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 나중에 얘기해요.
Pronunciation Guide
나중에 (na-jung-e): "Na" sounds like "nah" (as in "nah, I don't think so"). "Jung" is like "joong" in "moon" but with a 'j' sound. "E" is like "eh" in "bed". 얘기해요 (yae-gi-hae-yo): "Yae" is like "yeah" but with a slightly wider 'a' sound. "Gi" is like "gee" in "geese". "Hae" is like "hey". "Yo" is like "yo" in "yogurt". Stress is generally even, with a natural flow.
Formal & Casual Forms
Casual (반말)
나중에 얘기해
Najunge yaegihae
A direct casual form, often used with close friends or younger individuals.
More Example Sentences
Politely postponing a conversation when busy at work or school.
지금은 좀 바빠서, 나중에 얘기해요.
I'm a bit busy now, let's talk later.
Ending a quick chat, promising to follow up with a call.
이따가 전화할게요. 나중에 얘기해요.
I'll call you later. Let's talk later.
Postponing a specific topic of discussion to focus on an immediate task.
그 이야기는 나중에 얘기해요. 지금은 다른 걸 해야 해요.
Let's talk about that later. I need to do something else now.
Cultural Context
In Korean culture, directly saying 'I can't talk now' can sound abrupt. '나중에 얘기해요' is a polite and common way to postpone a conversation, implying a willingness to talk, just not at the current moment. It's often used in professional settings or when genuinely busy, and can be paired with '나중에 연락할게요' (I'll contact you later) to show commitment.
Editorial note
We check greetings like 나중에 얘기해요 for politeness and timing, since Korean greetings change with relationship, age, and setting.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
나중에 연락할게요.
I'll contact you later.
나중에 다시 말씀드릴게요.
I'll tell you again later. (More formal for 'I'll explain later')
나중에 시간 될 때 얘기해요.
Let's talk when you have time later.
Related Expressions
나중에 봐요
Najunge bwayo
See you later
다음에 얘기해요
Daeume yaegihaeyo
Let's talk next time (more open-ended)
지금 얘기해요
Jigeum yaegihaeyo
Let's talk now (antonym)
나중에 만나요
Najunge mannayo
Let's meet later
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