B1 Proverb Neutral

아무리 잘하는 사람도 실수할 수 있다.

amuri jalhaneun saramdo silsual su itda.

Even the best can make mistakes.

Phrase in 30 Seconds

This phrase reminds us that even the most skilled experts are human and capable of making mistakes.

  • Means: Perfection is impossible, even for masters.
  • Used in: Consoling someone, admitting a mistake, or lowering high expectations.
  • Don't confuse: It is not an excuse for laziness or lack of effort.
Expert + Mistake = Human Growth

Explanation at your level:

This phrase means that even smart people make mistakes. It is good to say when a friend is sad because they made a mistake.
When someone does something very well, they can still make a mistake. We use this to tell people that making mistakes is normal for everyone.
This proverb highlights that expertise does not guarantee perfection. It is used to comfort others or to remind ourselves that errors are a natural part of the learning process for everyone.
The phrase serves as a philosophical reminder of human fallibility. It is frequently employed in professional and personal contexts to mitigate the impact of failure and encourage resilience in high-pressure environments.
This expression functions as a socio-linguistic tool to navigate the tension between high-performance expectations and the inherent limitations of human cognition. It is an essential component of empathetic communication in Korean society.
By invoking the inevitability of error, this proverb deconstructs the myth of the infallible expert. It facilitates a discourse of psychological safety, allowing individuals to acknowledge their limitations while maintaining their professional identity within a collectivist framework.

Significado

Even experts or highly skilled individuals are prone to errors and imperfections.

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Contexto cultural

Reflects the 'Pali-pali' culture where mistakes are often scrutinized, making this phrase a vital social lubricant.

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Use it to be kind

This is a great phrase to use when someone is feeling down about a mistake.

Significado

Even experts or highly skilled individuals are prone to errors and imperfections.

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Use it to be kind

This is a great phrase to use when someone is feeling down about a mistake.

Ponte a prueba

Fill in the blank.

아무리 잘하는 사람도 ____ 수 있다.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: 실수할

The phrase is about making mistakes.

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Preguntas frecuentes

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It can be both formal and informal depending on the ending.

Frases relacionadas

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원숭이도 나무에서 떨어진다

similar

Even experts fail.

Dónde usarla

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Workplace Error

Boss: 아무리 잘하는 사람도 실수할 수 있으니, 다음엔 더 조심합시다.

neutral

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of a 'Master' (잘하는 사람) dropping a 'Mistake' (실수) like a hot potato.

Visual Association

A master chef dropping a plate. Even they make mistakes!

Story

Kim was the best coder. He made a bug. His boss said, 'Don't worry, Kim. 아무리 잘하는 사람도 실수할 수 있어.' Kim felt better.

Word Web

실수잘하다사람인정겸손완벽

Desafío

Use this phrase in a conversation today when someone apologizes for a small error.

In Other Languages

Spanish high

Hasta el mejor cazador se le va la liebre.

Spanish uses a hunting metaphor.

French moderate

L'erreur est humaine.

French is more philosophical; Korean is more descriptive.

German partial

Wo gehobelt wird, da fallen Späne.

German focuses on the process; Korean focuses on the person.

Japanese high

弘法にも筆の誤り

Japanese refers to a specific historical figure.

Arabic high

لكل جواد كبوة

Arabic uses an animal metaphor.

Chinese moderate

人非圣贤，孰能无过

Chinese is more rhetorical.

Korean high

원숭이도 나무에서 떨어진다

This is metaphorical; the target phrase is literal.

Portuguese moderate

Errar é humano.

Portuguese is concise and direct.

Easily Confused

아무리 잘하는 사람도 실수할 수 있다. vs 실수투성이다

Learners think it means 'everyone makes mistakes'.

It means 'full of mistakes'.

Preguntas frecuentes (1)

It can be both formal and informal depending on the ending.

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