호랑이에게 물려가도 정신만 차리면 산다

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Literal Meaning

Even if you are caught by a tiger, you will survive if you keep your cool.

Usage

Even facing the most dangerous situation or difficulty, one can survive if he keeps his composure and does not lose his cool.

This proverb teaches people to be courageous and not to despair even in the most desperate situations.

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