Korean Proverb Series 94
Glasses Fit Only the Wearer’s Eyes
“제 눈에 안경”
(Je nun-e angyeong)
🕰️ 1. The Proverb’s Core Meaning
The Korean proverb “제 눈에 안경” literally means
“Glasses suit the eyes of the person wearing them.”
It expresses the idea that each person has their own standard of preference or judgment.
What looks beautiful, valuable, or acceptable to one person
may not seem the same to another.
This proverb highlights the subjectivity of perception —
value is often determined by personal perspective, not universal rules.
🪄 2. Meaning & Key Lesson
▪️ Everyone has their own taste and judgment.
▪️ Beauty and value are subjective.
▪️ Respecting differences leads to better understanding.
The saying reminds us that there is no single standard that fits everyone.
👀 3. Real-Life Applications
▪️ Someone finds a style or design appealing while others do not understand it.
▪️ In relationships, what matters to one person may seem unimportant to another.
▪️ In art, music, or culture, preferences vary widely across individuals.
This proverb teaches acceptance — people see the world through their own lens.
🌏 4. Similar Proverbs Around the World
▪️ United States / United Kingdom — “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.”
→ Beauty depends on personal perception.
▪️ China — “萝卜青菜，各有所爱 (Luóbo qīngcài, gè yǒu suǒ ài).”
→ Radishes and greens — everyone has their own preference.
▪️ Japan — “蓼食う虫も好き好き (Tade kuu mushi mo sukizuki).”
→ Even insects that eat bitter plants have their own taste.
▪️ France — “À chacun ses goûts.”
→ To each their own taste.
Across cultures, people recognize that preference is personal and diverse.
💬 A Warm Saying
“What matters most is not how others see it — but how it feels to you.”
📌 Note
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More Korean Proverbs
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