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노력한 결과는 반드시 보상받는다

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proverb★Intermediate— Hard work always pays off◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
The idea that persistent effort and hard work will inevitably lead to rewards or positive outcomes, encouraging perseverance and dedication.
¶ Literal Meaning
The result of hard work will definitely be rewarded.
Literal Breakdown
노력한worked hard+결과result+반드시definitely+보상받는다to be rewarded
◇ Mental Image
A mental picture of someone putting in consistent effort and eventually achieving success or recognition for their hard work.
◈ When to Use
A student who has been studying diligently for months and finally passes a difficult exam, or an entrepreneur who overcomes numerous challenges to build a successful business.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb reflects the traditional Korean value of diligence and perseverance, emphasizing that effort is always rewarded in the long run. It is often used to motivate individuals to keep working hard despite obstacles.
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A proverb emphasizing that persistent effort and hard work will inevitably lead to rewards or positive outcomes.

시험 공부를 위해 밤새워 공부한 결과, 결국 합격했다. 노력한 결과는 반드시 보상받는다.

After studying all night for the exam, I eventually passed. Hard work always pays off.

사업이 어려울 때 포기하지 않고 노력한 결과, 결국 성공했다.

Despite the difficulties in business, I didn't give up and kept working hard, and eventually succeeded.

💡

This proverb is often used to encourage perseverance and dedication, especially in challenging situations.

Collocations

노력한 결과the result of hard work보상받는다to be rewarded

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

열심히 하면 반드시 보상받는다proverb
If you work hard, you will definitely be rewarded
노력이 결실을 맺다proverb
Effort bears fruit

💡Pro Tip

Motivational Use

This proverb is often used to inspire someone who is facing difficulties or feeling discouraged.

⚡Gold Rule

Encouragement

Use this proverb to motivate others or yourself when facing challenges, emphasizing that perseverance leads to success.

📖Word Origin

This proverb reflects traditional Korean values of diligence and perseverance, emphasizing that effort is always rewarded in the long run.

📝Usage Notes

This proverb is commonly used in motivational contexts, such as education, career, or personal development, to encourage persistence and hard work.

Word Breakdown

노력한
worked hard
verb
+
결과
result
noun
+
반드시
definitely
adverb
+
보상받는다
to be rewarded
verb
한영사전

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