Small talk) What comes to your mind when you think of European countries?

Q. What comes to your mind when you think of European countries?

Depending on the area. Southern Europe reminds me of a passionate image, and when it comes to Western Europe, it gives me a negative image like imperialism or arrogance. The other day, at the British Awards, a Korean actress gave an acceptance speech, saying she was honored to win the prize from snobbish people. She called the British people to be snobbish. I couldn't agree with you more. And lastly, Northern Europe includes an image of them being so naturalistic and pragmatic for me. 

 

* 시상 소감을 하다 give an acceptance speech = give an award-winning speech

* 상을 받게 되다 win the prize = receive awards

* 100% 동의하다 I couldn't agree with you more. 

* 가장 첫번째로 생각나는 것은 The first thing that comes to my mind is ~

Q. What things are worth spending your money on?

In my case, buying books or learning something is worth spending my money on. It's because those things are able to make my dreams. And I think the worthless thing is to spend on pricy clothes and shoes. Especially, when I see those who spend a lot of money on their babies' stuff. Truth be told, I don't get it at all.

 

* 과소비 overspend money

* 충동구매 impulse buying 

나는 집을 충동적으로 샀어.

I bought my house on impulse.

* 돈을 펑펑쓰는 사람 spendthrifts, big spender

* 구두쇠 penny pincher, cheapskate

* 절약하다 tighten one's belt, frugal

* 돈 많이 드네 It costs me a fortune.