A1 Idiom Neutral

입에 발린 소리.

ib-e ballin sori.

Empty flattery.

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Meaning

Insincere praise or compliments given to gain favor.

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Cultural Background

In Korea, excessive praise can sometimes be viewed with suspicion. It is often better to be modest. In some Western cultures, 'lip service' is used more in professional contexts regarding broken promises.

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Context is key

Only use this when you are sure the person is being insincere.

Meaning

Insincere praise or compliments given to gain favor.

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Context is key

Only use this when you are sure the person is being insincere.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct form.

그는 ____ 소리를 잘한다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 입에 발린

The correct conjugation of '바르다' is '발린'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct form. Choose A1

그는 ____ 소리를 잘한다.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: 입에 발린

The correct conjugation of '바르다' is '발린'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is confrontational, so be careful.

Related Phrases

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빈말

synonym

Empty words

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아부하다

similar

To flatter

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