호랑이도 제말하면 온다

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Literal Meaning

If you talk about a tiger, it will come.

Usage

Used when someone shows up after having just talked about him or her.

Tigers used to roam Korea and terrorize the people. In fact, Seoul used to close her gates at night to keep tigers and other uninvited visitors out.

Korean Equivalent

English Equivalent

Speak of the devil

Other Sources

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