헌 짚신도 짝이 있다

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Literal Meaning

Even an old straw shoe has a mate.

Usage

Used to comfort someone who has yet to find a mate by saying "there is someone out there for you."

The peasants of Old Korea used to wear shoes made from rice straw.

Korean Equivalent

English Equivalent

Every Jack has his Jill.

Other Sources

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