Hanja Cards
for Parents
Korean idiom messages for parents's birthdays, Parents' Day, and holidays.
Health & Longevity
3 items
만수무강
萬壽無疆Boundless long life
The most classic blessing for parents. Must include in birthday cards.
무병장수
無病長壽Long life without illness
Direct health wish. Good to send after parents' health checkups.
강녕부귀
康寧富貴Health, peace, and prosperity
For Lunar New Year and Chuseok greetings. Traditional blessing.
Gratitude & Respect
3 items
백골난망
白骨難忘Unforgettable until bones turn white
Deep gratitude expression. For Parents' Day thank-you cards.
반포지효
反哺之孝The crow's filial piety of feeding its parent
Expressing filial piety. When giving parents allowance.
풍수지탄
風樹之歎When the wind stops, you can't shake the tree — be filial while parents are alive
A reminder to be filial while parents are healthy.
Happiness & Blessing
3 items
가내태평
家內太平Peace in the household
For holiday greetings. "Wishing peace in your household."
부부해로
夫婦偕老Husband and wife growing old together
For parents' wedding anniversary. Blessing eternal love.
다남다복
多男多福Many children, many blessings
When sharing grandchild news. Modernized to mean abundant happiness.
