Significado
To be quick at noticing details or having good observational skills.
Contexto cultural
In traditional Korean apprenticeships, 'learning with the eyes' (눈으로 배우다) was considered the first step of mastery. A student with good 'nun-sseol-mi' was highly favored by masters. K-pop idols often use this phrase in behind-the-scenes content when praising members who learn complex choreography faster than others. In a Korean office, having 'nun-sseol-mi' is seen as a sign of 'sense' (센스). It means you don't need to be told twice, which is a key trait for a 'star employee.' Noticing a friend's small change (like new glasses or a slightly different makeup style) and mentioning their 'nun-sseol-mi' is a common way to build rapport.
The Ultimate Compliment
In Korea, calling someone 'nun-sseol-mi-ga jota' is often more flattering than calling them 'smart' because it implies a natural, intuitive talent.
Don't use with '높다'
Never say '눈썰미가 높다'. It's always '좋다' (good) or '있다' (exists).
Significado
To be quick at noticing details or having good observational skills.
The Ultimate Compliment
In Korea, calling someone 'nun-sseol-mi-ga jota' is often more flattering than calling them 'smart' because it implies a natural, intuitive talent.
Don't use with '높다'
Never say '눈썰미가 높다'. It's always '좋다' (good) or '있다' (exists).
Pair with '손재주'
If someone is good at making things, say '눈썰미도 좋고 손재주도 좋으시네요!' for a double compliment.
Modesty is key
If someone says this to you, a common modest response is '아니에요, 그냥 운이 좋았어요' (No, I was just lucky).
Ponte a prueba
Choose the most natural response to the situation.
Situation: Your friend noticed you changed your earrings, even though they are very small.
'눈썰미가 좋다' is the correct phrase for noticing small visual details.
Fill in the blank with the correct particle.
민수는 눈썰미___ 좋아서 요리를 금방 배워요.
The subject marker '가' is used with the adjective '좋다'.
Match the phrase to the correct context.
Which situation best fits '눈썰미가 좋다'?
Learning a physical skill by watching is the core meaning of '눈썰미'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 와, 이걸 한 번 보고 다 만드셨어요? B: 네, 제가 좀 ( ).
'눈썰미가 좋거든요' explains that the speaker is a quick visual learner.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Eye-related Phrases
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosSituation: Your friend noticed you changed your earrings, even though they are very small.
'눈썰미가 좋다' is the correct phrase for noticing small visual details.
민수는 눈썰미___ 좋아서 요리를 금방 배워요.
The subject marker '가' is used with the adjective '좋다'.
Which situation best fits '눈썰미가 좋다'?
Learning a physical skill by watching is the core meaning of '눈썰미'.
A: 와, 이걸 한 번 보고 다 만드셨어요? B: 네, 제가 좀 ( ).
'눈썰미가 좋거든요' explains that the speaker is a quick visual learner.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasYes! It's very common to praise children who are quick to mimic adults by saying '눈썰미가 좋네!'
It can be a bit blunt. It's better to say '저는 눈썰미가 좀 없는 편이에요' about yourself than to say it to someone else.
'관찰력' (observational power) is more formal and scientific. '눈썰미' is more about the practical skill of learning or noticing.
No, it is strictly visual. For hearing, you would use '귀가 밝다' (to have sharp ears).
Yes, if you are thanking a client for noticing a detail, you can say '눈썰미 좋게 알아봐 주셔서 감사합니다.'
No, '썰미' is almost exclusively used in the word '눈썰미'.
No, it is a standard Korean word, though it is very common in casual speech.
You can add '정말' (really) or '워낙' (so/naturally): '눈썰미가 정말 좋으시네요!'
Yes, that is a perfect context for this phrase.
It is typically introduced at the A2 level as part of personality and skill descriptions.
Frases relacionadas
눈치가 빠르다
similarTo be quick-witted socially
손재주가 좋다
builds onTo be good with one's hands
감각이 있다
similarTo have a sense/flair for something
눈이 높다
contrastTo have high standards
어깨너머로 배우다
similarTo learn over someone's shoulder
