Korean Proverb Series 17A Kind Word Can Repay a Thousand Pieces of Gold"말 한 마디에 천 냥 빚도 갚는다"(Mal han madi-e cheon nyang bitdo gapneunda)🕰️ 1. The Proverb’s Core MeaningThe Korean proverb “말 한 마디에 천 냥 빚도 갚는다” literally translates to:“A single word can repay a debt of a thousand nyang (pieces of gold).”It emphasizes the immense power of kind, sincere speech. Just one thoughtful word can heal wound..
