Signification
It's hard to be rude or unkind to someone who is being friendly.
Contexte culturel
The proverb is a staple of Korean social wisdom, often taught to children to encourage politeness. Similar concepts of 'saving face' exist in China and Japan, where maintaining a calm, pleasant exterior is highly valued.
Use it as a shield
When someone is being rude, stay calm and smile. It really works!
Signification
It's hard to be rude or unkind to someone who is being friendly.
Use it as a shield
When someone is being rude, stay calm and smile. It really works!
Teste-toi
Which ending is correct for the proverb?
웃는 얼굴에 침 ____?
The proverb is traditionally a rhetorical question ending in -랴.
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercices웃는 얼굴에 침 ____?
The proverb is traditionally a rhetorical question ending in -랴.
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Questions fréquentes
1 questionsIt can be, if you sound condescending. Use it with a gentle tone.
Expressions liées
가는 말이 고와야 오는 말이 곱다
similarIf you speak kindly, you will be spoken to kindly.
말 한마디로 천 냥 빚을 갚는다
similarA single word can repay a thousand-gold debt.
