Dictionary — Entry No. 0784
잘 모르겠어
jal-moreugesseo · expression
잘 모르겠어
jal-moreugesseo
[jahl-mor-uh-gess-uh]
expressionbeginner
Meaning
Means ‘I’m not sure’ or ‘I don’t know well.’ A soft, humble way to express uncertainty without being completely dismissive. Conveys both admission of limited knowledge and openness to learning.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Reflects Korean cultural value of modesty and humility. Frequently used in K-Dramas by characters who lack confidence or expertise in a situation. K-Pop idols often say this when asked difficult questions in interviews, showing authentic vulnerability rather than false confidence.
Example Sentences
그건 잘 모르겠어. 미안해.
geubeon jal moreugesseo. mianhae.
I don’t know that well. Sorry. (humble admission)
진짜 잘 모르겠는데, 도와줄래?
jinjja jal moreugesseundeyo, dowajulrae?
I’m honestly not sure; can you help? (vulnerable request)
잘 모르겠어서 물어봐.
jal moreugesseseo muleo bwa.
I’m asking because I’m not sure. (admitting limitation)
⚠️ Don’t use jal-moreugesseo when…
Don’t overuse this in professional contexts; it can undermine credibility. ‘Jal moreugesseo’ is appropriately humble for personal matters but not for situations requiring expertise.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Itaewon Class — Park Sae-ro-yi admits ‘jal moreugesseo’ when navigating unfamiliar business tactics
- K-Pop: IVE — Leeseo in interviews: ‘Jal moreugesseo’ when discussing complex topics, showing relatability
ℹ️ Editorial Note: The cultural context and example usage are for educational reference only. Artist names, song titles, and drama references are used descriptively to illustrate vocabulary in context. This content is AI-assisted and reviewed for accuracy. For official information, please refer to the respective artists’ or studios’ official channels.