معنی
A polite question to ascertain someone's availability.
زمینه فرهنگی
The concept of 'Chemyeon' (Face) is vital. Asking if something is 'possible' rather than asking if the person 'can do it' avoids putting them on the spot. In the 'Palli-palli' culture, scheduling is often done very quickly via mobile apps like KakaoTalk, but the polite forms are still strictly maintained. Respect for elders is built into the language. The '-시-' in '가능하세요' is a linguistic bow to the other person's status. Indirectness is a sign of sophistication. Direct questions about time can sometimes feel like an interrogation.
Add '혹시' for extra politeness
Starting the sentence with '혹시' (hok-si - by any chance) makes you sound like a native speaker who cares about the other person's convenience.
Don't use with kids
If you use this with a child, it sounds like you are treating them like a business partner. Use '언제 돼?' instead.
معنی
A polite question to ascertain someone's availability.
Add '혹시' for extra politeness
Starting the sentence with '혹시' (hok-si - by any chance) makes you sound like a native speaker who cares about the other person's convenience.
Don't use with kids
If you use this with a child, it sounds like you are treating them like a business partner. Use '언제 돼?' instead.
Wait for the 'honorific' response
When you ask this, the other person will likely respond with '...에 가능합니다' (formal) or '...에 돼요' (polite).
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the most appropriate phrase to ask your boss when they can meet.
부장님, 미팅은 _______?
'언제 가능하세요' uses the correct honorific form for a boss.
Fill in the blank with the word for 'when'.
____ 가능하세요?
'언제' means 'when'.
Complete the dialogue for a hair salon appointment.
손님: 오늘 오후에 예약 _______? 직원: 3시가 비어 있습니다.
This is the standard polite way to ask for an appointment opening.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Which phrase fits a text to a new business partner?
The '-ㄹ까요' ending adds an extra layer of professional politeness suitable for a new partner.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینها부장님, 미팅은 _______?
'언제 가능하세요' uses the correct honorific form for a boss.
____ 가능하세요?
'언제' means 'when'.
손님: 오늘 오후에 예약 _______? 직원: 3시가 비어 있습니다.
This is the standard polite way to ask for an appointment opening.
Which phrase fits a text to a new business partner?
The '-ㄹ까요' ending adds an extra layer of professional politeness suitable for a new partner.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالYes, it is very common in KakaoTalk messages for work or with acquaintances.
Almost. '언제 시간 돼요?' is slightly more casual. '언제 가능하세요?' is more professional.
Use '언제 돼?' or '언제 시간 있어?'.
In this context, yes. It refers to the possibility of a time slot being open.
The 'si' is the honorific marker. It's hidden in the 'se' of 'seyo'. It shows respect to the person you are asking.
Yes, e.g., '도와주시는 거 언제 가능하세요?' (When is it possible for you to help me?).
Yes, it is the perfect phrase for a teacher.
You can say '[Time]에 가능해요' or '[Time]에 시간 돼요'.
It's usually reserved for the military, very formal business, or when speaking to someone much higher in rank.
Yes, it's a very safe and polite way to ask someone out for the first time.
عبارات مرتبط
시간 되세요?
similarDo you have time?
언제 볼까요?
builds onWhen shall we meet?
언제 시간 있으세요?
synonymWhen do you have time?
언제쯤이 좋으세요?
similarWhen would be good for you?
