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배보다 배꼽이 더 크다

baeboda baekkobi deo keuda [배보다 배꼬비 더 크다]

배보다 배꼽이 더 커요 · 배보다 배꼽이 더 컸어요

the extras cost more than the main thing; the tail wagging the dog

Example

프린터보다 잉크가 더 비싸서 배보다 배꼽이 더 커요.

The ink costs more than the printer; the extras cost more than the main item.

Word parts

Literally 'the belly button is bigger than the belly.'