7/17 Arranged Marriage

DIALOG>> I'm going on a blind date this weekend.

A: I'm going on a blind date this weekend.
B: Wow, that's exciting! Is this your first time?
A: Yes, do you have any advice?
B: I say be yourself. Also, don't have too high expectations. Just have fun.
A: So, if it does work out, great. And if not, don't be disappointed.
B: Exactly. If it's meant to be, it will happen.


RESPONSE>> Talk about arranged marriages in Korea.

Going on a mat-sun or blind date is an everyday thing in Korea.
* an everyday thing: 일상적인 일, 매일 하는 것.
ex> Jogging is an everyday thing for me.

Arranged marriages were traditionally done through matchmakers.
* matchmaker: 중매쟁이, 결혼 중매인

They act as a go-between for families.
* go-between: 중개자
ex> The translator was a go-between for the ambassadors.

But now there are many matchmaking agencies in Korea who help eligible young men and women looking for partners.
* eligible: 자격이 있는, 결혼 상대로 알맞은
ex> Can you introduce me to an eligible partner?

In Korea, singles in their late 20s and early 30s are considered to be of marriageable age.
* in one's 20s: 20대의
ex> My boyfriend is in his mid 30s.

Although they are able to freely choose their future spouses, many parents prefer arranged marriages.

Perhaps the biggest concern for parents is finding someone who comes from a desirable background.
ex> He comes from a family of musicals.

It's also important to find a mate with a compatible personality and interests.
ex> My boyfriend and I are very compatible.

We all have different standards and expectations for an ideal mate. So keep looking!


@ It was a dating disaster!  완전 최악의 데이트였어!

1. Getting a manicure is not everyday thing for me.
2. We need a go-between for our company and theirs.
3. He's probably in his late 50s.
4. She comes from a very poor family.


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