누워서 떡 먹기
이 문제는 누워서 떡 먹기야.
This problem is as easy as pie.
Extremely easy or effortless to do.
이 일은 누워서 떡 먹기보다 쉬워.
This job is easier than lying down and eating rice cakes.
시험이 누워서 떡 먹기였어.
The exam was a piece of cake.
Used to describe a task that requires almost no effort, often with a humorous or exaggerated tone.
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
This idiom reflects Korean cultural emphasis on modesty and humor in describing one's abilities. Avoid using it in formal contexts where directness is preferred.
Gold Rule
When to Use
Use this idiom only in informal or casual conversations. It may sound impolite if used to describe someone else's skill without humility.
Usage Notes
The phrase originates from the literal image of someone lying down while effortlessly eating rice cakes (떡), which is an impractical but humorous exaggeration of ease. It is commonly used in everyday speech to emphasize simplicity.