A1 Idiom 중립

顔が広い

kao ga hiroi

Well-connected/Have many acquaintances

To know a lot of people in various fields.

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문화적 배경

In Japan, networking is often done through 'introductions' (shokai). Being 'wide-faced' makes you a valuable bridge. The concept of 'social capital' is universal, but the Japanese emphasis on 'face' highlights the importance of personal reputation.

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Use it as a compliment

Calling someone '顔が広い' is almost always a compliment about their social skills.

To know a lot of people in various fields.

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Use it as a compliment

Calling someone '顔が広い' is almost always a compliment about their social skills.

셀프 테스트

Which sentence correctly uses the idiom?

A) 彼は顔が広いから、多くの人を知っている。 B) 彼は顔が広いから、帽子が合わない。

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A

A describes social connections, B incorrectly describes physical size.

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시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

1 연습 문제
Which sentence correctly uses the idiom? Choose A1

A) 彼は顔が広いから、多くの人を知っている。 B) 彼は顔が広いから、帽子が合わない。

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: A

A describes social connections, B incorrectly describes physical size.

🎉 점수: /1

자주 묻는 질문

1 질문

Yes, but it might sound like bragging. Use it carefully.

관련 표현

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顔が利く

similar

To have influence

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顔を売る

builds on

To make oneself known

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