A1 Proverb 중립

Bolje ikad nego nikad

bolje ikad nego nikad

Better ever than never

It is better to do something late than never.

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문화적 배경

In Balkan cultures, social time is flexible. This phrase is a way to maintain social harmony. In business, it is used to show accountability for delays. Used in agricultural contexts regarding seasonal work. Used in texting to apologize for late replies.

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Pronunciation

Focus on the 'lj' sound in 'Bolje'. It is soft and liquid.

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Social usage

Don't use this if you are late for a job interview; it's too informal.

It is better to do something late than never.

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Pronunciation

Focus on the 'lj' sound in 'Bolje'. It is soft and liquid.

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Social usage

Don't use this if you are late for a job interview; it's too informal.

셀프 테스트

Complete the proverb.

Bolje ikad nego _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: nikad

The proverb is 'Bolje ikad nego nikad'.

When should you use this phrase?

Which situation is appropriate?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: When you are late for a meeting.

It is used to acknowledge lateness.

Complete the dialogue.

Friend: 'I finally finished the book.' You: '_______!'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Bolje ikad nego nikad!

It fits the context of finishing a long-delayed task.

🎉 점수: /3

시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

3 연습 문제
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Bolje ikad nego _______.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: nikad

The proverb is 'Bolje ikad nego nikad'.

When should you use this phrase? Choose A2

Which situation is appropriate?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: When you are late for a meeting.

It is used to acknowledge lateness.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

Friend: 'I finally finished the book.' You: '_______!'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Bolje ikad nego nikad!

It fits the context of finishing a long-delayed task.

🎉 점수: /3

자주 묻는 질문

2 질문

Only if you are on good terms with the recipient. Otherwise, use a formal apology.

No, it is usually seen as a friendly, self-deprecating way to acknowledge a delay.

관련 표현

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Ko čeka, taj dočeka

similar

He who waits, gets what he wants.

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Strpljen-spašen

similar

Patient is saved.

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Bolje išta nego ništa

similar

Better something than nothing.

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