세계관 좁은 사람

segye-gwan jabeun saram
narrow-minded person

그는 세계관 좁은 사람이라서 다른 의견을 절대 받아들이지 않아.

He's a narrow-minded person who never accepts other opinions.


informal

A person with a limited or restricted perspective who struggles to consider diverse viewpoints or experiences outside their own narrow worldview.

세계관 좁은 사람들은 대개 자기 생각만 옳다고 믿어.

Narrow-minded people usually believe only their own thoughts are correct.

그녀는 세계관 좁은 사람이라서 외국인들과 어울리기 싫어해.

She's narrow-minded and dislikes hanging out with foreigners.

Often used to describe someone who is intolerant of differing opinions, cultures, or lifestyles. The phrase emphasizes the limitation of their 'worldview' (세계관).

Related Phrases

마음의 문을 닫다phrase
to close one's mind to new ideas
틀에 박히다phrase
to be stuck in a rigid mindset

Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Korean culture, '세계관' (worldview) is often discussed in relation to personal growth and social harmony. Criticizing someone's narrow worldview is a strong way to express disapproval of their intolerance.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overgeneralization

While '세계관 좁은 사람' is useful, avoid using it to describe people who simply have different opinions. Reserve it for those who actively reject diverse perspectives.

Word Origin

The phrase combines '세계관' (worldview, from '세계' meaning 'world' and '관' meaning 'view') and '좁은 사람' (narrow person). The term reflects how a person's limited perspective restricts their understanding of the world.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in casual conversation to criticize someone's intolerance or lack of empathy. It can sound judgmental, so use with caution in formal settings.

Word Breakdown

세계관
worldview
compound
+
좁은
narrow
adjective
+
사람
person
noun
한영사전