엎지른 물은 다시 담을 수 없다.
eopjireun mul-eun dasi dameul su eopda.
Spilled water cannot be re-collected.
Meaning
What's done is done and cannot be undone.
Cultural Background
This proverb is shared across Korea, China, and Japan due to the shared influence of Confucian literature.
Use it to comfort
It sounds very kind when you say it to someone who is sad about a mistake.
Meaning
What's done is done and cannot be undone.
Use it to comfort
It sounds very kind when you say it to someone who is sad about a mistake.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
엎지른 물은 다시 ____ 수 없다.
The verb '담다' (to put in/contain) is the correct term for putting water back in a container.
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Practice Bank
1 exercises엎지른 물은 다시 ____ 수 없다.
The verb '담다' (to put in/contain) is the correct term for putting water back in a container.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is better to use more formal language in business, but it is acceptable in a team meeting.
Related Phrases
후회막급
similarRegret is too late.
