A1 Proverb Neutral

세 살 버릇 여든까지 간다.

se sal beoreut yeodeunkkaji ganda.

Old habits die hard.

Meaning

Habits formed early in life are difficult to change later on.

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Cultural Background

Reflects the importance of early childhood education in Confucian society. Very similar to 'Mitsugo no tamashii hyaku made'.

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Use it to explain quirks

It's a great way to explain why you or someone else is the way they are.

Meaning

Habits formed early in life are difficult to change later on.

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Use it to explain quirks

It's a great way to explain why you or someone else is the way they are.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

세 살 버릇 ______ 간다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 여든까지

The proverb specifically mentions eighty (여든).

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

세 살 버릇 ______ 간다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 여든까지

The proverb specifically mentions eighty (여든).

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It can be if you are criticizing them directly. Use it carefully.

Related Phrases

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작심삼일

contrast

Giving up after three days.

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