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끗발 (이) The part “이” may be omitted. 좋다

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English rendering Have good luck or influence Literal translation: “Have good scoring power”

Meaning 1

노름 따위에서, 좋은 끗수가 잇따라 나오다.

In gambling or the like, repeatedly receive good scores.

Dictionary example 1

끗발이 좋아야 돈을 따지.

You need lucky throws to win money.
동의어 끗발(이) 세다
Meaning 2

(속되게) 세도나 기세가 당당하다.

Slang: have imposing power or momentum.

Dictionary example 1

저 사람은 우리 회사에서 끗발이 좋은 사람이다.

That person has strong influence in our company.
동의어 끗발(이) 세다

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Illustration of the first meaning of “끗발이 세다”: In gambling or the like, have favorable scores come up repeatedly 2 meanings Shared · 2 Have a winning streak or strong clout In gambling or the like, have favorable scores come up repeatedly

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“끗발이 좋다” — Have good luck or influence: In gambling or the like, repeatedly receive good scores.
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