좀 더 생각해 볼 시간을 주세요.
jom deo saenggakhae bol sigan-eul juseyo.
Please give me more time to think.
Meaning
Politely requesting additional time to consider a decision or an issue carefully.
Cultural Background
In Korea, silence is often used to show respect. Asking for time to think is a way to honor that silence. Similar to Korea, Japanese culture values 'ma' (space/pause). Rushing an answer is seen as immature. While Americans value quick decisions, asking for time to think is seen as a sign of a professional who doesn't make mistakes. Germans appreciate thoroughness. Asking for time to think is seen as a sign of being well-prepared.
Use it to sound smart
People who take time to think are often seen as more intelligent.
Don't over-use
If you use it for everything, you will seem indecisive.
Meaning
Politely requesting additional time to consider a decision or an issue carefully.
Use it to sound smart
People who take time to think are often seen as more intelligent.
Don't over-use
If you use it for everything, you will seem indecisive.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
좀 더 생각해 볼 _____ 주세요.
The phrase requires the object 'time'.
Which is the most polite?
How do you ask for time to think politely?
The use of '주세요' and '좀 더' makes it polite.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Can you decide now? B: ________.
This is the appropriate response to a request for a decision.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercises좀 더 생각해 볼 _____ 주세요.
The phrase requires the object 'time'.
How do you ask for time to think politely?
The use of '주세요' and '좀 더' makes it polite.
A: Can you decide now? B: ________.
This is the appropriate response to a request for a decision.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is very polite in Korea.
Yes, it is perfect for professional settings.
Related Phrases
검토할 시간을 주세요
specialized formPlease give me time to review.
생각해 볼게요
similarI will think about it.
나중에 말씀드릴게요
similarI will tell you later.
결정할 시간이 필요해요
similarI need time to decide.
