A1 Idiom Neutral

눈치가 빠르다.

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To be quick-witted.

Meaning

To be quick to notice and understand situations or other people's feelings.

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Cultural Background

Nunchi is essential for workplace success. Similar to 'Kuuki wo yomu'. Uses '眼力' (eye power). Focuses on individual 'street smarts'.

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Use it as a compliment

Saying '눈치가 빠르시네요' is a great way to compliment someone's social skills.

Meaning

To be quick to notice and understand situations or other people's feelings.

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Use it as a compliment

Saying '눈치가 빠르시네요' is a great way to compliment someone's social skills.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

그는 _____ 눈치가 빨라서 인기가 많아요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 정말

All are grammatically possible, but '정말' is the most natural intensifier here.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank A1

그는 _____ 눈치가 빨라서 인기가 많아요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 정말

All are grammatically possible, but '정말' is the most natural intensifier here.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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No, it is a highly valued social skill in Korea.

Related Phrases

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눈치가 없다

contrast

To be clueless

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눈치를 보다

similar

To be cautious of others

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