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가까운 사람 소홀히 하다

gakkaun saram soholhi hada
phrase★Intermediate— neglect those close to you
informal

To neglect or overlook people who are close to you, often due to busyness or taking them for granted.

직장 생활에 바빠서 가족을 소홀히 했다.

I neglected my family because I was too busy with work.

친구들이 나를 소홀히 하는 것 같아서 속상하다.

I feel upset because it seems like my friends are neglecting me.

💡

This phrase emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships with those who are emotionally close to you.

Collocations

가까운 사람people close to you소홀히 하다to neglect

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

가까운 사람 소중히 하다phrase
to cherish those close to you
가까운 사람 등한시하다phrase
to overlook those close to you

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

This phrase is often used in advice or self-reflection contexts to emphasize the importance of maintaining relationships.

⚡Gold Rule

Relationship Priority

Prioritize spending time with those close to you to avoid neglecting them.

📖Word Origin

Combination of '가까운 사람' (people close to you) and '소홀히 하다' (to neglect).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used to express regret or concern about neglecting relationships with family, friends, or loved ones.

Word Breakdown

가까운 사람
people close to you
phrase
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소홀히 하다
to neglect
verb phrase
한영사전

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