Meaning
It's often difficult to notice or understand problems and situations directly under one's nose.
Cultural Background
Reflects the traditional lifestyle where oil lamps were the primary light source.
Use it with humor
It sounds best when you are laughing at your own mistake.
Meaning
It's often difficult to notice or understand problems and situations directly under one's nose.
Use it with humor
It sounds best when you are laughing at your own mistake.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
가까운 곳의 일을 알기 ____.
The proverb is 'difficult to know'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises가까운 곳의 일을 알기 ____.
The proverb is 'difficult to know'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral and can be used in most situations.
Related Phrases
등잔 밑이 어둡다
synonymThe area under the lamp is dark.