How do I say "Always second best." or "Always second choice" in korean?
How do I say "Always second best." or "Always second choice" in korean?

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"Always second best."  => 언제나 2등.

"Always second choice"  =>  언제나 차선 [둘째] (strict translation)

For "second choice", there are more widely used expressions:
- 언제나 찬밥 신세:  Always the last choice (the unwanted one).  찬밥 = cold meal.
- 거들떠 보지도 않는 존재:  Someone no one gives a damn about.