Day 50 - Better safe than sorry

의미 분석

의미: 나중에 후회하는 것보다는 안전하게 행동하는 게 낫다
설명: 어떤 상황에서 리스크를 최소화하기 위해 조심하거나 예방 조치를 취하는 것이 좋다고 말할 때 사용되는 표현입니다.

 

기본 예문

상황 1: 여행 준비

• 상황: 친구들이 함께 여행을 준비할 때

친구 A: Do you think we should bring extra snacks for the trip?

 

친구 B: Definitely. It’s better safe than sorry, especially if we end up stuck somewhere with no food options.

 

친구 A: Good point. I’ll pack some extra just in case.

 

친구 B: And maybe a first aid kit too. You never know what might happen.

 

친구 A: Better safe than sorry, right? I’ll add that to the list.

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상황 2: 직장 동료 간의 대화

• 상황: 중요한 프레젠테이션을 준비하면서

동료 A: Should we back up the presentation file on a USB drive?

 

동료 B: Absolutely. Better safe than sorry. We don’t want any technical issues during the meeting.

 

동료 A: I agree. I’ll make sure we have a backup just in case.

 

동료 B: Great, I’ll also print out a few copies of the slides.

 

동료 A: Smart move. It’s always good to be prepared.

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상황 3: 가족 대화

• 상황: 부모님이 자녀의 외출 준비를 도울 때

엄마: Are you sure you don’t want to take a jacket? It might get cold later.

 

자녀: I don’t think I’ll need it, but…

 

엄마: Better safe than sorry. Just take it with you. You can always leave it in the car.

 

자녀: Okay, I’ll take it. You’re right, it’s better to be prepared.

 

엄마: And don’t forget your phone charger. You never know when you’ll need it.

 

자녀: Better safe than sorry. Thanks, Mom.

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상황 4: 연인 간의 대화

• 상황: 데이트를 준비하면서

연인 A: Should we make a reservation for dinner, or do you think we’ll be fine just walking in?

 

연인 B: Let’s make a reservation. Better safe than sorry, especially on a weekend.

 

연인 A: Good idea. I’d hate to be stuck waiting for a table.

 

연인 B: Exactly. I’ll call the restaurant now.

 

연인 A: And maybe we should leave a bit earlier, just in case there’s traffic.

 

연인 B: Better safe than sorry. Let’s give ourselves some extra time.

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상황 5: 학교에서의 대화

• 상황: 학생들이 그룹 프로젝트를 준비할 때

학생 A: Do you think we need to double-check the citations in our report?

 

학생 B: I think it’s a good idea. Better safe than sorry. We don’t want to lose points for something small.

 

학생 A: True. I’ll go over them one more time.

 

학생 B: And maybe we should rehearse our presentation again, just to be sure.

 

학생 A: Better safe than sorry. Let’s do it.

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상황 6: 운전 중 대화

• 상황: 친구들이 드라이브를 하면서

친구 A: Do you think we need to fill up the gas tank now, or can we wait until later?

 

친구 B: Let’s fill it up now. Better safe than sorry. We don’t want to run out of gas in the middle of nowhere.

 

친구 A: Good call. I’d rather be safe.

 

친구 B: And let’s check the tire pressure while we’re at it.

 

친구 A: Better safe than sorry. I’m on it.

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상황 7: 건강 관련 대화

• 상황: 친구가 아플 때

친구 A: I’m not feeling too well. Do you think I should go to the doctor, or just wait it out?

 

친구 B: I’d say go to the doctor. Better safe than sorry. It might be something that needs attention.

 

친구 A: You’re right. I’ll make an appointment.

 

친구 B: And maybe take a day off to rest. You don’t want to push yourself too hard.

 

친구 A: Better safe than sorry. I’ll do that. Thanks.

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상황 8: 재정 관리 대화

• 상황: 재정 관련 결정을 내릴 때

친구 A: Should we put some extra money into savings this month, or use it for something else?

 

친구 B: I’d say put it into savings. Better safe than sorry. You never know when you might need it.

 

친구 A: True. It’s always good to have a financial cushion.

 

친구 B: And let’s avoid any big purchases until we’ve built up more savings.

 

친구 A: Better safe than sorry. I agree.

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상황 9: 여행 계획 대화

• 상황: 여행을 준비하면서

친구 A: Should we buy travel insurance, or is it not necessary?

 

친구 B: I think we should get it. Better safe than sorry. You never know what could happen on a trip. (여행에서는 어떤 일이 있을 지 모르잖아)

 

친구 A: Good point. It’s better to have it and not need it than the other way around.

 

친구 B: Exactly. And let’s pack some extra essentials in case of delays.

 

친구 A: Better safe than sorry. I’ll make sure to do that.

 

표현을 다른 식으로 바꿔 쓸 수 있는 예시와 설명

1. It's better to be prepared
   • Original: Better safe than sorry.
   • Alternative: It’s better to be prepared.
   • Explanation: "It's better to be prepared"는 "준비하는 게 더 낫다"라는 뜻으로, 같은 의미를 전달합니다.
2. Better to err on the side of caution
   • Original: Better safe than sorry.
   • Alternative: Better to err on the side of caution.
   • Explanation: "Better to err on the side of caution"는 "조심하는 쪽으로 실수하는 게 더 낫다"라는 뜻으로, 같은 의미를 전달합니다.
3. It's wiser to be cautious
   • Original: Better safe than sorry.
   • Alternative: It’s wiser to be cautious.
   • Explanation: "It's wiser to be cautious"는 "조심하는 게 더 현명하다"라는 뜻으로, 같은 의미를 전달합니다.
4.  You can't be too careful (조심해서 나쁠게 없어)
   • Original: Better safe than sorry.
   • Alternative: You can't be too careful.
   • Explanation: "You can't be too careful"는 "아무리 조심해도 지나치지 않다"라는 뜻으로, 같은 의미를 전달합니다.
5. It's better to be over-prepared
   • Original: Better safe than sorry.
   • Alternative: It's better to be over-prepared.
   • Explanation: "It's better to be over-prepared"는 "과하게 준비하는 게 더 낫다"라는 뜻으로, 같은 의미를 전달합니다.