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Korean idiom Have a clear, beautiful voice

옥반에 진주 굴듯 [구르듯] Possible alternative: “구르듯” · Usage not verified

  • Form listed in the dictionary: 옥반에 진주 굴듯[구르듯]
  • 옥반에 진주 굴듯
  • 옥반에 진주 구르듯 Unverified form

English rendering Have a clear, beautiful voice Literal translation: “Like pearls rolling [rolling about] on a jade tray”

Meaning 1

목소리가 매우 청아하고 아름다움을 비유적으로 이르는 말.

Figuratively, describe an exceptionally clear and beautiful voice

Dictionary example 1

그 성악가의 목소리는 옥반에 진주 구르듯 하여 듣는 사람의 마음을 감동시킨다.

The singer’s voice, like pearls rolling on a jade tray, moves listeners’ hearts.

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