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갈수록 태산

"out of the frying pan into the fire"

Korean word for out of the frying pan into the fire

Idioms

Korean idiomatic expressions

Pronunciation Guide

갈수록 태산[galsu·rok taesan]

Pronunciation Tips:

  • "ae" sounds like "a" in "cat"

English Translation

out of the frying pan into the fire

Meaning & Usage

'갈수록 태산' means 'out of the frying pan into the fire' 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 "갈수록 태산".
Intermediate
My grandmother often says "갈수록 태산".
Advanced
"갈수록 태산" is a traditional Korean idiomatic expression used since long ago.
Master
Knowing the origin and usage of "갈수록 태산" offers a glimpse into the Korean way of thinking.
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