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  4. 목적이 있으면 길이 있다

목적이 있으면 길이 있다

mokpyeogi isseumyeon gireul itta◆proverb
Where there's a will, there's a way

목적이 있으면 길이 있다. 포기하지 마세요.

Where there's a will, there's a way. Don't give up.


◆ What It Really Means
Determination and clear goals will always lead to a solution or path forward.
¶ Literal Meaning
If there is a goal, there is a way/path.
Literal Breakdown
목적이goal+있으면if there is+길이way/path+있다exists
◇ Mental Image
A clear path or solution appearing when one has a strong purpose or determination.
◈ When to Use
A friend is struggling with a difficult project and feels like giving up. You remind them of this proverb to encourage them to keep trying.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb reflects the Korean cultural value of perseverance and the belief that effort and clear goals lead to success.
informal

A proverb emphasizing that determination and clear goals will always lead to a solution or path forward, no matter how difficult the situation may seem.

시험에 떨어졌지만, 목적이 있으면 길이 있다. 다시 도전해 보세요.

You failed the exam, but where there's a will, there's a way. Try again.

사업이 어려워도 포기하지 마세요. 목적이 있으면 길이 있습니다.

Even if your business is struggling, don't give up. Where there's a will, there's a way.

This proverb is often used to encourage perseverance and optimism in the face of challenges.

Synonyms

목표가 있으면 길이 있다의지가 있으면 길이 있다

Antonyms

목적이 없으면 길이 없다

Related Phrases

목표를 세우면 길이 보인다proverb
Setting a goal makes the path visible
의지가 강하면 길이 열린다proverb
Strong will opens the way

Pro Tip

Motivational Use

This phrase is often used to inspire perseverance and resilience in difficult situations.

Gold Rule

Encouragement

Use this proverb to uplift someone who is facing challenges or feeling discouraged.

Word Origin

The phrase combines '목적' (goal) and '길' (way/path) to convey the idea that having a clear purpose will always lead to a solution.

Usage Notes

This proverb is commonly used in motivational contexts, especially when encouraging someone to keep trying despite obstacles.

Word Breakdown

목적이
goal
root
+
있으면
if there is
root
+
길이
way/path
root
+
있다
exists
root
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