Meaning
A situation where one cannot afford to be choosy; beggars can't be choosers.
Cultural Background
Rice is the foundation of Korean meals. The distinction between warm and cold rice is a deep-seated cultural memory.
Use it in moderation
It's a strong phrase. Don't use it to dismiss someone's valid concerns.
Meaning
A situation where one cannot afford to be choosy; beggars can't be choosers.
Use it in moderation
It's a strong phrase. Don't use it to dismiss someone's valid concerns.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
지금은 찬밥 더운밥 _____ 때가 아니에요.
The idiom uses '가리다' to mean 'to distinguish/pick'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises지금은 찬밥 더운밥 _____ 때가 아니에요.
The idiom uses '가리다' to mean 'to distinguish/pick'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if you are joking about your lack of options!
Related Phrases
찬밥 신세
similarBeing treated like cold rice (ignored).
