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완벽한 사람은 없다

wanbyeokhan saram-eun eopda
phrase★Intermediate— no one is perfect◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
Everyone has flaws and makes mistakes; perfection is unattainable.
¶ Literal Meaning
A perfect person does not exist.
Literal Breakdown
완벽한perfect+사람person+없다does not exist
◇ Mental Image
A reminder that humans are inherently imperfect, encouraging acceptance of flaws.
◈ When to Use
When someone is feeling guilty about a mistake or when someone is being overly critical of others.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb is deeply rooted in Korean culture, which values humility and the understanding that everyone has imperfections.
informal

A proverb emphasizing that everyone has flaws and makes mistakes, encouraging humility and understanding.

완벽한 사람은 없다. 너도, 나도, 모두 실수를 할 수 있다.

No one is perfect. You, me, everyone can make mistakes.

완벽한 사람은 없다. 그래서 서로 이해하고 배려해야 한다.

No one is perfect. That's why we need to understand and care for each other.

💡

This phrase is often used to comfort someone who is feeling guilty about a mistake or to remind others not to be overly critical.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

완벽함은 없다proverb
perfection does not exist
누구나 실수를 할 수 있다proverb
everyone can make mistakes

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

This phrase reflects the Korean cultural emphasis on humility and the acceptance of human imperfections.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage

Use this phrase to comfort someone or to remind others not to be overly critical of mistakes.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Korean cultural value of humility and the understanding that everyone has imperfections.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to encourage self-acceptance and mutual understanding.

Word Breakdown

완벽한
perfect
adjective
+
사람
person
noun
+
없다
does not exist
verb
한영사전

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