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Essential Proverbs for Daily Life and TOPIK Preparation

시작이 가장 어렵지만, 일단 결심하고 행동하면 이미 절반은 성공한 것입니다.

Starting is the hardest part, but once you take action, you're already halfway to success.

📰 Cultural Trend Intelligence

[KO] 새로운 일을 시작할 때 두려움이 앞서나요? 한국 사람들은 결심의 중요성을 강조할 때 이 속담을 가장 먼저 떠올립니다.

[EN] Do you feel afraid when starting something new? Koreans first think of this proverb when emphasizing the importance of making a decision.

"시작이 반이다"

[ si-ja-gi ba-ni-da ]

시작하는 것이 이미 절반을 마친 것이나 다름없습니다.

(Starting is already as good as having finished half.)

💬 Real-Life Practical Application

예문 (Examples)

"너무 걱정하지 마세요. 시작이 반이니까요."
(Don't worry too much. Since starting is half the battle.)
[Neo-mu geok-jeong-ha-ji ma-se-yo. Si-ja-gi ba-ni-ni-kka-yo.]

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작심삼일 (A resolution that lasts only three days)

작심삼일의 뜻을 배우고 꾸준히 시작하는 법을 알아보세요. (Learn the meaning of Jak-sim-sam-il and find out how to stay consistent.)

🔬 High-Yield Vocabulary Masterclass

Deconstruct the constituent grammatical variables embedded inside this classic educational phrase.

시작 Start / Beginning

이 Subject Marker

반 Half / 50%

이다 To Be

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Validate your mastery of authentic situational Korean expressions by selecting the most appropriate answer choice below:

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