How to say to refuse in Korean

Meaning

"To refuse" means to say no to something. You can use 거절하다 when you do not accept an offer, invitation, request, or help. It is common in daily life, for example at home, at school, in a shop, or while traveling.

Example sentences

1. 친구가 초대한 파티를 거절했어요.

   I refused the party my friend invited me to.

2. 가게에서 비닐 봉지를 거절했어요.

   At the store, I refused a plastic bag.

3. 학교에서 친구의 도움을 거절했어요.

   At school, I refused my friend's help.

4. 엄마가 준 과자를 거절했어요.

   I refused the snack my mom offered.