Meaning
To speak honestly and sincerely, as if swearing an oath.
Cultural Background
The gesture is often accompanied by a serious facial expression.
Use it for emphasis
Don't overuse it, or it loses its power.
Meaning
To speak honestly and sincerely, as if swearing an oath.
Use it for emphasis
Don't overuse it, or it loses its power.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
가슴에 손을 ____ 말해 봐.
The standard idiom uses '얹다'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercises가슴에 손을 ____ 말해 봐.
The standard idiom uses '얹다'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is polite and shows sincerity.
Related Phrases
양심에 찔리다
contrastTo feel guilty