cut corners

💡 Meaning

To do something in a way that saves time or money but results in lower quality.

시간이나 돈을 아끼기 위해 제대로 하지 않아 결과물의 질이 낮아지는 것을 말해요.

🧠 Memory Hook

Picture a car taking a shortcut by cutting diagonally across a corner instead of properly turning. It saves a little time but risks the car and cuts against the rules of the road.