가는 말이 고와야 오는 말이 곱다

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Literal Meaning

If the outgoing words are beautiful, then the incoming words will be beautiful, too.

Usage

Used to encourage someone to be nice to others if they want others to be nice to them.

English Equivalent

Nice words for nice words.

Other Sources

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