A1 Idiom Neutral

팔짱 끼고 구경하다

paljjang kkigo gugyeonghada

to watch idly

Meaning

To observe a situation without getting involved or offering help.

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Cultural Background

Crossing arms is often seen as a sign of arrogance or being unapproachable. Passive observation is often contrasted with the 'collective' spirit.

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Use with '만'

Adding '만' (only) makes the criticism stronger.

Meaning

To observe a situation without getting involved or offering help.

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Use with '만'

Adding '만' (only) makes the criticism stronger.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.

동료가 힘들어하는데 ____ 구경만 하면 안 돼요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 팔짱 끼고

The idiom is '팔짱 끼고 구경하다'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

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

동료가 힘들어하는데 ____ 구경만 하면 안 돼요.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 팔짱 끼고

The idiom is '팔짱 끼고 구경하다'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is almost always used to criticize someone.

Related Phrases

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강 건너 불구경하다

similar

Watching a disaster from a safe distance.

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방관하다

synonym

To stand by and watch.

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