A cabin with plenty of food is better than a hungry castle. Meaning 의미 The meaning of the sentence is that having sufficient resources and basic comforts in a humble place (represented by the cabin) is more desirable than living in a luxurious place (represented by the castle) but lacking the essentials, such as food … Read more
Castle in the air. Meaning 의미 In fact, the phrase is more of an idiom than a proverb, meaning “a fictional thing that has no basis in reality”. 사실 이 문구는 속담이라기 보다는 “근거 없는 가공의 사물”이라는 뜻을 가지 관용어구에 가깝습니다. … Origin 유래 It is also the title of a young adult fantasy novel … Read more
Complain to one who can help you. Meaning 의미 The saying advises people to direct their complaints or grievances to someone who has the capability and willingness to offer assistance or take action. It implies that venting frustrations to someone who cannot offer any help is unproductive and may not lead to a resolution. By … Read more
Don’t complain about something that is given. Meaning 의미 If you give someone a gift and they complain that they have something better, or that it’s missing something, they’ll never buy it for you again. In other words, if you get something for free or a favor from someone, be grateful for it, regardless of … Read more
Custom rules the law. Meaning 의미 The phrase “Custom rules the law” suggests that the customs, traditions, or established practices of a society can have more significant power or impact than the formal legal system. It implies that the unwritten rules and traditions within a community may be followed and respected even if they conflict … Read more
This proverb is about the negativity of being attached to worldly desire. (이 속담은 물질에 집착하는 것이 초래하는 부정적인 점에 대한 내용입니다.) It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God. Meaning (의미) “It is easier for a … Read more
Meaning 의미 The proverb “A cat may look at a king” conveys the idea that even a person of low status or humble origins has the right to observe or gaze upon someone of high rank or authority. It suggests that no one, regardless of their position in society, should be denied the basic right … Read more
Meaning 의미 This proverbial expression implies that one’s true character and strength are revealed and tested during times of great distress or misfortune. Calamity acts as a touchstone, a means of assessing the genuineness and resilience of an individual’s nature. It suggests that facing hardships can bring forth hidden qualities and virtues that may remain … Read more
Meaning 의미 A person’s innate nature or fundamental characteristics do not change. 사람의 타고난 본성 또는 근본적인 특성은 변하지 않는다. … Origin 유래 This proverb draws upon the distinctive black and white stripes of zebras, which are a defining and unchangeable feature of the animal. It suggests that people, like zebras, have traits that are … Read more
A collection of proverbs containing words beginning with C. (C로 시작하는 단어들이 포함된 속담들의 모음.) Cabin Proverbs 오두막 속담 … Calamity Proverbs 재난, 재앙 속담 … Calendar Proverbs 달력 속담 … Camel Proverbs 낙타 속담 … Candle Proverbs 초, 촛불 속담 Choose neither a woman nor linen by candle light. 촛불로는 여자도 리넨도 선택하지 마라. … Read more