Using 사자성어 (4-character idioms) | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6)
Using 사자성어 (4-character idioms) | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6) Do you know that mastering 사자성어 can make your Korean sound truly sophisticated? These four-character idioms, rooted in Chinese classics, are frequently used in Korean news headlines, literature, and even business contexts. In this post, I’ll share essential 사자성어, explain their meanings, and show you how to use them naturally in daily and academic settings — knowledge that will definitely help in TOPIK 5–6 preparation and advanced conversations. 📚 Table of Contents What are 사자성어? Essential 사자성어 with Meanings Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 What are 사자성어? 사자성어 (四字成語) literally means “four-character idioms.” They originated from classical Chinese but are deeply embedded in Korean language and culture. These idioms encapsulate wisdom, moral lessons, or vivid descriptions in just four syllables, often use...