내로남불 (naeronambul)
What 내로남불 means
One rule for me, another for you.
When Koreans use it
Criticize someone who excuses their own behavior but condemns the same behavior in others.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 자기도 늦으면서 우리만 혼내.
B: 내로남불이네.
English
A: They're late too, but only scold us.
B: Such a double standard.
Use it with care
Short for 내가 하면 로맨스, 남이 하면 불륜. Strong criticism, not light praise.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
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