Meaning
거짓말하지 마
geojitmalhaji ma
Don't lie
Real Feeling
What Koreans really mean
This phrase is direct and informal, typically used between people in a close relationship (friends, family members, or someone older to someone younger). Using it with a stranger or someone of higher status might be considered rude or overly blunt. It can convey genuine frustration or a lighthearted accusation depending on context and tone.
💬 Used in real life
• Said when a child tries to deny breaking a rule even though the evidence is clear.
• Used jokingly between friends when one tells an unbelievable story.
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