잠시만요.
When to use
Use '잠시만요' (jamsimanyo) when you need a moment, such as when paying at a counter, finding something, or asking someone to wait briefly.
Speech Level
The '-요' ending makes this a polite and common phrase used in everyday interactions.
How it works
This phrase comes from '잠시' (a moment) and the polite ending '-만요', which implies 'just a moment, please'.
- 잠시: Noun meaning 'a moment' or 'a short while'
- -만요: Polite particle implying 'only' or 'just', used as a request
Pronunciation
The '잠' (jam) has a final 'ㅁ' (m) batchim, which is clearly articulated. The '시' (si) and '만요' (manyo) follow smoothly.
Notes
A polite phrase to ask for a brief pause or delay.