EP61
-는 게 아니라
neun ge anira
it's not that ~, but
What does -는 게 아니라 (neun ge anira) mean in Korean?
How to Use
Used to correct a misunderstanding and give the real reason.
Examples
싫은 게 아니라 좀 부담스러워요.
It's not that I dislike it, it's just a bit much.
못하는 게 아니라 안 하는 거예요.
It's not that I can't — I just don't.
화난 게 아니라 피곤한 거예요.
I'm not angry, just tired.
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