7/9 Gosa

DIALOG>> That's a good luck charm for my car.

A: Tae-kyung, is this your new ride?
B: You bet! I just got it two days ago.
A: Wow, it's a very nice car.
B: Thanks. I got a great deal on it.
A: What's that thing hanging from your rearview mirror?
B: Oh, that's a good luck charm for my car.


RESPONSE>> Describe a good luck ritual for a new car in Korea.

No matter who you are, getting your brand-new car is always exciting.
ex> No matter what you do, don't forget to lock the door.

And the last thing you probably want is to get into an accident.
* the last thing someone want: 마지막으로 바라는 것
ex> That's the last thing I want to do.

In order to prevent that, Koreans carry out a good luck ritual called 'gosa.'

You may have heard of it, the one that involves a pig head.
ex> As you may have heard, I started a new radio program this month.

Gosa for new cars is much simpler than that.
ex> Saving our environment is much simpler than you think.
All you need is some soju and dried pollack.

If you don't have soju, makgeolli is a good alternative.
ex> Soy milk is a good alternative to cow milk.

The process is very simple. First, put dried pollack on the hood of your car.
* dried pollack: 마른 명태

Second, pour soju or makgeolli onto all four wheels of the car.

Lastly, kneel down and bow to your car twice.
* kneel down: 무릎을 꿇다

Nevertheless, being a defensive driver is the best way to avoid car accidents.
ex> What is the best way to get in shape?


@ I don't believe in superstition.  난 미신은 안 믿어.

1. No matter where you live, you will feel the recession.
2. That movie is the last thing I want to watch right now.
3. This year's test was much simpler than the last one.
4. What is a good alternative to water?