A1 Proverb Neutral

우는 아이 젖 준다.

uneun ai jeot junda.

The crying child gets the milk.

Meaning

Those who express their needs or complaints are more likely to receive attention or help.

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Cultural Background

Reflects a shift from traditional modesty to modern assertiveness. Similar concepts exist in almost every culture, highlighting a universal human truth.

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Use it as a nudge

Use this to gently nudge someone who is being too passive.

Meaning

Those who express their needs or complaints are more likely to receive attention or help.

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Use it as a nudge

Use this to gently nudge someone who is being too passive.

Test Yourself

Fill in the missing word.

우는 아이 ____ 준다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The original proverb uses '젖' (milk).

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the missing word. Fill Blank A1

우는 아이 ____ 준다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The original proverb uses '젖' (milk).

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It can be, unless you frame it as a professional request for clarity.

Related Phrases

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말 안 하면 귀신도 모른다

similar

If you don't speak, even ghosts won't know.

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