Meaning
Expresses that something is illogical.
Cultural Background
Used to maintain social harmony by focusing on the logic of the situation rather than the person. Similar to '話にならない', emphasizing that the topic is not worth discussing. Directly translates to 'That makes no sense', often used in debates. Uses '说不通' to indicate that the logic cannot be traversed.
Use the particle
Always use '이' after '말'. '말이 안 돼요' is the standard.
Politeness
If you are in a professional setting, use '말이 안 됩니다' to be safe.
Meaning
Expresses that something is illogical.
Use the particle
Always use '이' after '말'. '말이 안 돼요' is the standard.
Politeness
If you are in a professional setting, use '말이 안 됩니다' to be safe.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
그 계획은 너무 비현실적이에요. 정말 ______.
The correct idiom is '말이 안 돼요'.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct one.
The subject particle '이' is used with '말'.
Match the situation to the response.
Your friend says they can run 100km in one hour.
This is an impossible claim, so you use '말이 안 돼요'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 이 식당은 물도 돈을 받아요. B: ______!
Charging for water is seen as unreasonable.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises그 계획은 너무 비현실적이에요. 정말 ______.
The correct idiom is '말이 안 돼요'.
Choose the correct one.
The subject particle '이' is used with '말'.
Your friend says they can run 100km in one hour.
This is an impossible claim, so you use '말이 안 돼요'.
A: 이 식당은 물도 돈을 받아요. B: ______!
Charging for water is seen as unreasonable.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsYes, but use '말이 안 됩니다' or '말이 안 돼요' to remain polite.
It can be, depending on your tone. Keep it neutral to be safe.
Use '이해가 안 돼요' instead.
Related Phrases
말도 안 돼
specialized formThat's absurd!
어이가 없다
similarI'm dumbfounded.
이해가 안 돼요
contrastI don't understand.
말이 안 되는 소리
builds onNonsense talk.
