뜻
It's wise to associate with powerful or influential people for protection.
문화적 배경
Reflects the 'Salaryman' culture where loyalty to a big company is rewarded with lifetime employment. Similar to the concept of 'Guanxi', where relationships with powerful people are essential for business. The proverb is very common in rural areas where the shade of a tree is a literal necessity. Reflects the importance of 'Chaebol' or large family-run conglomerates in the economy.
Context is key
Always use this when talking about stability or career strategy.
뜻
It's wise to associate with powerful or influential people for protection.
Context is key
Always use this when talking about stability or career strategy.
셀프 테스트
Fill in the missing kanji.
{寄|よ}らば{大樹|たいじゅ}の____。
The proverb is 'Yoraba taiju no kage'.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
1 연습 문제{寄|よ}らば{大樹|たいじゅ}の____。
The proverb is 'Yoraba taiju no kage'.
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자주 묻는 질문
1 질문No, it is a common proverb, but it can sound a bit old-fashioned.
관련 표현
{虎|とら}の{威|い}を{借|か}る{狐|きつね}
contrastA fox borrowing a tiger's power.
