A1 Proverb Neutral

보기 좋은 떡이 먹기도 좋다.

bogi joeun tteogi meokgido jota.

Good-looking food tastes good too.

Meaning

Appearance matters; things that look good are often good.

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Cultural Background

Reflects the importance of 'jeongseong' in culinary arts. Similar emphasis on 'omotenashi' (hospitality) where presentation is key.

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Use it as a compliment

This is a great way to compliment a host's effort.

Meaning

Appearance matters; things that look good are often good.

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Use it as a compliment

This is a great way to compliment a host's effort.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

보기 좋은 떡이 _____ 좋다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 먹기도

The correct particle is '-도' (also).

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

보기 좋은 떡이 _____ 좋다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 먹기도

The correct particle is '-도' (also).

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It is better to use it for objects. Using it for people can sound like you are judging them based only on looks.

Related Phrases

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금상첨화

similar

Adding flowers to silk; something good made better.

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