곧은 나무 먼저 찍힌다
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Literal Meaning
The straight, upright tree is the first to be cut down.
Usage
Used to lament the death of an intelligent, upright person.
Korean Equivalent
똑똑하고 강직한 사람이 일찍 죽거나 사회에서 먼저 도태된다.
English Equivalent
The good die young.
