No ape but swears he has the handsomest children. Meaning 의미 This proverb expresses the tendency of all parents in general to consider their own children the most beautiful. 이 속담은 일반적으로 모든 부모가 자신의 자녀를 가장 아름답다고 생각하는 경향을 표현하고 있습니다. … Origin 유래 German Proverb 독일 속담 … Korean Proverbs 우리말 속담 … … Read more
Fine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool. Meaning 의미 The sentence conveys the idea that while someone may appear well-dressed and put together, their true character or lack of intelligence can become evident through their words and actions. It says that outward appearances can be deceiving, but a person’s foolishness or … Read more
Spare the rod and spoil the child. Meaning 의미 If you don’t discipline a child, it’s hard to teach them obedience and manners, hence the proverb that emphasizes the importance of discipline. 아이를 훈계하지 않으면 순종하는 법과 예절을 가르치기 어렵습니다. 따라서 훈육의 중요성을 강조한 속담입니다. … Origin 유래 This proverb comes from the Old Testament, … Read more
The strong man is … between the sense and the mind. Meaning 의미 The sentence suggests that a mentally strong individual possesses the capability to selectively process or filter incoming sensory information before it reaches the mind. This implies a high level of control over one’s thoughts and emotions, allowing the person to focus on … Read more
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