Meaning
To do absolutely nothing to help or contribute.
Cultural Background
In Korean households, children are expected to help with chores. This phrase is often used by parents to express disappointment. The concept of 'face' and 'group harmony' makes this phrase particularly biting in professional settings.
Use with emotion
This phrase is almost always used with a frustrated or annoyed tone. Make sure your facial expression matches!
Meaning
To do absolutely nothing to help or contribute.
Use with emotion
This phrase is almost always used with a frustrated or annoyed tone. Make sure your facial expression matches!
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
그는 우리를 돕는 데 _________.
This is the correct idiom for not helping.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises그는 우리를 돕는 데 _________.
This is the correct idiom for not helping.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, you can say '저는 손가락 하나 까딱 안 했어요' if you are admitting you were lazy.
Related Phrases
뒷짐 지다
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