같은 값이면 다홍치마
When the price is the same, why not pick the prettier one?
Eonni··4 min readWord by word
Literally: “If the price is the same, (choose) the crimson skirt.”
Meaning: If two things cost the same — or take the same effort — choose the better, prettier one.
In the old days, a bright crimson skirt was the most beautiful choice, often worn by young brides on special days. So if you could buy any skirt for the same money, of course you’d pick the 다홍치마!
1Shopping
A: 두 개 가격이 똑같네요. They’re exactly the same price.
B: 같은 값이면 다홍치마라고, 더 예쁜 걸로 사요! Same price? Then let’s get the prettier one!
2Choosing a place
A: 두 카페 다 커피가 오천 원이에요. Coffee is 5,000 won at both cafés.
B: 같은 값이면 다홍치마지! 뷰 좋은 데로 가자. Same price — let’s go to the one with the nice view.
3Making an effort
It’s not only about money. If it takes the same time and effort, do it nicely!
어차피 포장할 거면 예쁘게 해요. 같은 값이면 다홍치마잖아요! If we’re wrapping it anyway, let’s make it pretty. Same effort, nicer result!
When is it natural to say “같은 값이면 다홍치마”?
Say it out loud with Eonni.
This lesson is part of TOPIK & Idioms.
