Difference between revisions of "궁하면 통한다"
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몹시 궁박한 처지에 이르게 되면 도리어 펴일 길이 생긴다는 말. | 몹시 궁박한 처지에 이르게 되면 도리어 펴일 길이 생긴다는 말. | ||
== English Equivalent == | == English Equivalent == | ||
| − | Want makes wit; Necessity is the mother of invention. | + | Want makes wit; Necessity is the mother of invention. Where there is a will, there is a way. |
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== Other Sources == | == Other Sources == | ||
Latest revision as of 18:38, 28 May 2013
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Literal Meaning
If one is desperate, one will find a way.
Usage
Often used explain one's motivations for coming up with an innovative solution to a problem.
Korean Equivalent
몹시 궁박한 처지에 이르게 되면 도리어 펴일 길이 생긴다는 말.
English Equivalent
Want makes wit; Necessity is the mother of invention. Where there is a will, there is a way.
