Significado
Used to ask if something is incorrect.
Contexto cultural
The 'Correct Answer' Culture: In Korea, there is a strong emphasis on '정답' (the right answer). This makes '이거 틀려요?' a very common phrase in daily life, as people often check for accuracy to avoid mistakes. The 'Different vs Wrong' Debate: There is a growing movement in Korea to distinguish between '틀리다' (wrong) and '다르다' (different) to promote diversity and tolerance. When pointing out a mistake to a boss, Koreans often use '틀린 것 같아요' (It seems wrong) to be less direct and more polite. On Korean social media, users often use '이거 나만 틀려?' (Is it just me who's wrong?) when they fail at a viral challenge or game.
Soften the blow
Add '혹시' (by any chance) before the phrase to sound extra polite.
The 'Different' Trap
Always double-check if you mean 'wrong' or 'different'. Native speakers will appreciate your precision!
Significado
Used to ask if something is incorrect.
Soften the blow
Add '혹시' (by any chance) before the phrase to sound extra polite.
The 'Different' Trap
Always double-check if you mean 'wrong' or 'different'. Native speakers will appreciate your precision!
Use with '것 같아요'
Saying '틀린 것 같아요' (I think it's wrong) is the most natural way to point out a mistake in a professional setting.
Accepting correction
If someone says '틀려요' to you, respond with '아, 그렇군요. 감사합니다' (Ah, I see. Thank you) to show you value the feedback.
Teste-se
Choose the correct word to ask if the math answer is incorrect.
수학 {답|答}이 ( ).
'틀려요' is used for factual errors like math answers.
Fill in the blank to ask 'Is this wrong?' politely.
이거 ( )?
'틀려요' is the standard polite form.
In which situation should you use '이거 틀려요?'
Situation: You are comparing your blue shirt to your friend's red shirt.
Colors are differences, not errors.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 이름 스펠링이 ( )? B: 네, 'Kim'이 아니라 'Gim'이에요.
The context shows a spelling error is being discussed.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
틀리다 vs 다르다
Banco de exercicios
4 exercicios수학 {답|答}이 ( ).
'틀려요' is used for factual errors like math answers.
이거 ( )?
'틀려요' is the standard polite form.
Situation: You are comparing your blue shirt to your friend's red shirt.
Colors are differences, not errors.
A: 이름 스펠링이 ( )? B: 네, 'Kim'이 아니라 'Gim'이에요.
The context shows a spelling error is being discussed.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNo, saying '그 사람은 틀려요' means 'That person is wrong (in their nature/actions)', which is very harsh. Use it for facts or answers.
Yes, as long as you use the '요' ending and a polite tone. It's a normal part of learning.
'틀려요' is for factual errors. '잘못됐어요' is broader, meaning 'something went wrong' or 'it's broken'.
You can say '제가 틀렸어요' (I was wrong).
It's a common linguistic habit, but it's technically grammatically incorrect. It stems from a cultural history of valuing conformity.
Yes, '틀립니까?' is the formal question form.
Yes, but '오타예요' is more specific.
You can say '이거 맞아요, 틀려요?'
No, '틀리다' is about correctness. '떨어지다' is to fail an exam.
Yes, to ask if a move or posture is incorrect.
Frases relacionadas
맞아요
contrastIt's correct / That's right
달라요
similarIt's different
잘못됐어요
synonymIt went wrong / It's mistaken
오타예요
specialized formIt's a typo
틀림없어요
builds onThere is no mistake / For sure
