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금수저

"born rich"

Korean word for born rich

Idioms

Korean idiomatic expressions

Pronunciation Guide

금수저[geumsu·jeo]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
  • "eu" is like "oo" but with unrounded lips

English Translation

born rich

Meaning & Usage

'금수저' means 'born rich' in English.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
  • 💡Expressions are best learned as fixed phrases. Memorize them as a whole.
  • 💡Korean idiomatic expressions
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)

Example Sentences

Beginner
I learned the expression "금수저".
Intermediate
My grandmother often says "금수저".
Advanced
"금수저" is a traditional Korean idiomatic expression used since long ago.
Master
Knowing the origin and usage of "금수저" offers a glimpse into the Korean way of thinking.
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