It is a commonly used expression in Korean, indicating physical discomfort or pain.
Here's a breakdown:
* 아파 (apa) - hurt
* 요 (yo) - polite ending, making it more formal and respectful
Example:
* 머리가 아파요. (Meoriga apayo) - My head hurts.
* 배가 아파요. (Baega apayo) - My stomach hurts.
* 다리가 아파요. (Dariga apayo) - My leg hurts.
Note:
* You can use "아파요" to express various types of pain, such as headaches, stomachaches, toothaches, etc.
* The intensity of the pain can be conveyed through tone and context.
* "아파요" is a more formal expression. For a casual setting, you can use "아파" (apa) without the "요" ending.