Korean Four-Character Idioms
다다익선
多多益善
Word for word
“the more, the better”
What it means
The more the better.
When you'd use it
Snacks for a party, helpers for a move.
Example
이사 도와줄 사람은 다다익선이야.When it comes to moving help, the more the merrier.
Frequently asked questions
What does 다다익선 (多多益善) mean?
다다익선 (多多益善) is a Korean four-character idiom: the more the better.
What are the Chinese characters in 다다익선?
다다익선 is written 多多益善 in hanja (Chinese characters), literally “the more, the better”.
When do Koreans use 다다익선?
Typical use: snacks for a party, helpers for a move.
How do you use 다다익선 in a sentence?
“이사 도와줄 사람은 다다익선이야.” means “When it comes to moving help, the more the merrier.”