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Speaking kindly will result in others speaking kindly to you; treat others as you wish to be treated.
문화적 배경
This is one of the first proverbs children learn in school. The emphasis on '말' (speech) highlights the importance of harmony in Confucian-influenced societies.
Use it as a soft correction
If a friend is being rude, say this proverb to gently remind them that their behavior is causing the bad response.
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Speaking kindly will result in others speaking kindly to you; treat others as you wish to be treated.
Use it as a soft correction
If a friend is being rude, say this proverb to gently remind them that their behavior is causing the bad response.
셀프 테스트
Complete the proverb.
가는 말이 ____ 오는 말이 곱다.
The proverb uses '고와야' to mean 'must be kind'.
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시각 학습 자료
연습 문제 은행
1 연습 문제가는 말이 ____ 오는 말이 곱다.
The proverb uses '고와야' to mean 'must be kind'.
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자주 묻는 질문
1 질문No, it's a proverb, not a law of physics. Sometimes people are rude regardless of your kindness.
관련 표현
가는 정이 있어야 오는 정이 있다
similarAffection must go out to come back.
