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손이 크다

sonei keuda
idiom★Intermediate
informal

To be generous or giving (literally 'to have big hands'), often referring to someone who shares or gives freely.

그 사람은 손이 커서 친구들에게 자주 선물을 준다.

That person is generous and often gives gifts to friends.

손이 큰 부모님 덕분에 우리는 항상 맛있는 음식을 먹는다.

Thanks to our generous parents, we always eat delicious food.

💡

This idiom is often used to describe someone who is kind and willing to share resources, time, or affection.

Collocations

손이 크다to be generous

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

손이 넓다idiom
to be generous or open-handed
손이 작다idiom
to be stingy or not generous

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Korean culture, generosity is highly valued, and this phrase is often used to compliment someone's kind nature.

⚡Gold Rule

Literal vs. Figurative

While '손이 크다' literally means 'to have big hands,' it is always used figuratively to describe generosity.

📖Word Origin

The phrase comes from the idea that having big hands symbolizes the ability to give or share more, as larger hands can hold more.

📝Usage Notes

This expression is commonly used in everyday conversations to praise someone's generosity. It can refer to material gifts, time, or emotional support.

Word Breakdown

손이
hands
noun
+
크다
to be big
adjective
✎ Noted on May 31, 2026KO → EN

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