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인내하는 자에게는 승리한다

innaehaneun jagegeun seungnyeohanda
proverb★Intermediate— patience leads to victory◆proverb
◆ What It Really Means
Perseverance and patience will ultimately lead to success or victory.
¶ Literal Meaning
To the patient person, victory comes.
Literal Breakdown
인내하는 자the patient person+에게는to them+승리한다victory
◇ Mental Image
A mental image of someone enduring hardships with patience and eventually achieving success or victory.
◈ When to Use
A student struggling with exams might be reminded of this proverb to encourage them to keep studying and not give up.
◉ Cultural Note
This proverb reflects traditional Korean values of perseverance and patience, which are highly regarded in Korean culture.
formal

A proverb emphasizing that perseverance and patience in the face of adversity will eventually lead to success or victory.

시험 준비가 어렵지만 인내하는 자에게는 승리한다.

Exam preparation is difficult, but patience leads to victory.

비즈니스에서 실패를 두려워하지 말고 인내하는 자에게는 승리한다.

In business, don't fear failure; patience leads to victory.

💡

This proverb is often used to encourage perseverance during challenging times.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

인내의 열매는 달다proverb
The fruit of patience is sweet
고난을 이기는 자는 승리한다proverb
Those who overcome adversity win

💡Pro Tip

Motivational Use

This proverb is often used to inspire perseverance during difficult times, such as studying for exams or pursuing long-term goals.

⚡Gold Rule

Contextual Appropriateness

Use this proverb in formal or motivational contexts to emphasize the importance of patience and perseverance.

📖Word Origin

This proverb originates from traditional Korean wisdom, emphasizing the value of patience and perseverance in achieving success.

📝Usage Notes

This proverb is commonly used in motivational contexts, educational settings, and business environments to encourage persistence.

Word Breakdown

인내하는 자
the patient person
phrase
+
에게는
to them
phrase
+
승리한다
victory
verb
한영사전

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