Probably, true connoisseurs of the Korean language have already shuddered: “Not chimchi, but kimchi!” You are right, of course. But only partly. Because Korean grandparents, aunts and uncles living in the CIS countries have spoken and continue to say this all their lives: chimchi. This is in South Korea- kimchi, and we have chimchi. By the way, carrot-cha, if you didn’t know, is an invention of our Soviet Koreans, whose dialect is Koryo Mal, which is significantly different from the one spoken in Seoul. Here are 10 phrases that, once you learn them, you can easily find mutual language with our Koreans. What a common language there is, you will immediately become relatives!
1. Aigu!
This is a phrase with the help of which a fairly wide range of emotions is conveyed: from “oh”, “ouch”, “oh” - to “oh, God”, “wow!”, “wow!”
"Aigu!" - Korean aunties exclaim indignantly when you come to visit them, they put a cup of kuksi the size of a basin in front of you, and you say that you are on a diet and can you have half of this portion, please. Or better yet, half of half.
"Aigu!" - Korean grandmothers lament when damned rheumatism attacks their backs.
"Aigu!" - Korean grandfathers are indignant when they watch the news on TV or hear that the dollar is now worth twice as much as a month ago. And they add: “Aigu, kichada!” The last word means “horror” and, when paired with “aygu,” expresses its extreme degree, that is, “terrible horror.”
2. Tony ISO? Tony opso!
Koreans and money are concepts that are closely connected, almost inextricably. Where there are the first, there are certainly the second. Where the second ones are spinning, there are always the first ones nearby. They, the Koreans, are the ones who spin them. “Tony” means money, “iso” means yes, “opso” means no.
Tony ISO? - Do you have any money? Tony opso. - No money left.
And by the way, it’s extremely rare for a Korean to suddenly have a situation where “tony opso” happens. And if it happens, the Korean will never admit it to you. And one more word from the same opera - “chibodya”. Chibodya is the very place where a Korean usually keeps his toni wallet.
3. Puktyai, siryak tyamuri, suri
Puktyai and Siryak Tyamuri. What are they and what do they eat them with? The correct answer is with rice! Because behind these words, which are very strange to the Russian-speaking ear, are traditional Korean soups. Spicy, hot, cooked in a strong meat broth, with the addition of soybean paste (this is the same chai that you buy from “your Korean grandmother” at the Green Bazaar). Puktyai is also called hangover soup. It perfectly relieves alcohol intoxication and literally revives you the next morning after heavy libations. Like Siryak Tyamuri: “Drank too much suri - eat Siryak Tyamuri in the morning!” Siryak tyamuri is not as thick as puktyay. Greens are added to it and it is called Korean borscht. And “suri” is her, my dear. Vodka.
4. Mas ISO and Mas Opso
“Mas iso” - you need to say when you are visiting a Korean and eating puktyai or siryak chamuri. And you snack on Korean salads. And crunch on some spicy chimchi. "Mas" - taste, "mas iso" - delicious. By the way, “mas opso” does not mean “tasteless.” After all, Koreans never taste bad! This is what they usually say when a little salt or pepper is missing - “kochi”. In this case, by the way, instead of salt, you can ask the hostess for “kandyai” or “dash” (these are the same thing) - soy sauce. And then you must definitely say “mas iso.” Preferably several times.
5. Aish!
This is what a Korean says when he hammers a nail into a wall and, missing, hits his finger with the hammer, not the head of the nail. Or when he walks down the street, along the sidewalk, and a reckless driver in a wheelbarrow drives by and splashes him from head to toe with mud from a puddle. Or when he accidentally spills suri. Or when he plays “hato” with his relatives (a Korean card game, incredibly gambling, as a rule, it is played for money) and someone suddenly collects “yagi” (hmm... well, something like a full house or a straight in poker). In short, this expression is not good - “ayish!” You can't say that. But sometimes it just crashes. Sorry.
6. Tyrypta
This is how they talk about something unpleasant, disgusting. For example, my husband came home from work, took off his socks and hid somewhere under the sofa. And you walk around the house and can’t understand: where does the smell come from? Then you come across his fragrant stash, and you’re “sucked” - ugh! Or you cooked a whole pot of shit. And I forgot to put it in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning you open the lid, and you immediately feel sick. Close it quickly!
7. Kyasimonda
“Kasimonda” means “I’m so angry”, “they made me angry.” This is when someone walks a dog, but does not carry a bag with a dustpan with them and does not clean up the pet’s waste products. You go out for a walk, look at the sun and around, and not at all at your feet, and suddenly you step on something that the dog left behind. And here it is again, by the way - the same tyrypta described in the paragraph above. And you hiss angrily: “Kasimonda!” And yes, “ahhhhh!” you say too. Necessarily.
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8. Kya, kyasaki, kyasorchinda
Well, since we started about dogs, let’s continue. Where would we be without them when it comes to Koreans? But about dogs, not as food, but as part of culture. The word for dog in Korean is kya. The aunties talk about the naughty child “kasyaki” - little dogs. It gently. And when this same child fights or brings a diary from school with the entry “Parents, urgently go to the director!”, oddly enough, he is also called “kyasaki,” but with a completely different intonation. And in in this case the word means "son of a bitch." No more no less.
And after going to the director, the angry mother responds to all attempts to justify herself to her beloved child: “Kyasorchinda!”, which literally translates as “don’t make dog sounds!” Or “don’t yap”, “shut up”, “I don’t want to listen”.
9. Pally and diving
We live in an age of cosmic speeds. And we are always in a hurry to get somewhere. The word “palli” perfectly reflects modern Korean Zen. Everything needs to be done on the run. "Pally" means quickly. So fast that this word itself is pronounced only as “palli-palli!”, like - come on, move your rolls, faster, quickly, quickly!
“Palli kadya” - quickly go, run, “pali mogora” - eat quickly, and in an orderly tone. Korean grandchildren hear these words from their grandmothers every now and then. And those who cannot do all the palli-palli are called “nyryndya” - slow, clumsy, auntie. And rightly so. After all, a true Korean must be fast and lightning fast. Well, that’s what grandmothers think...
10. Tekishita
Koreans value taciturnity, although this trait is absolutely not characteristic of them. “Tekishita” - I don’t want to listen, I’m tired of listening, I’m tired. Malakhov is tired of his talk show - you take the TV remote control and chick-chick, switch to another channel. Because tekishita.
Or a sociable neighbor comes and for the hundred-fifth time talks about her “menuri” - her daughter-in-law, who is a terrible dive. And you said to her: “Oh, your milk has run out!” or something like that. And you quickly scramble. Because tekishita.
Or grandma calls and complains that she didn’t sleep all night again because “aigu!” - your joints hurt... and even though it’s tekishita, you sit and listen. And then you buy ointments and medicines at the pharmacy and go to her. Palli-palli.
"오빠" (oppa, older brother for a girl). In modern Korean, “oppa” is no longer just an older brother for a girl, it is any young man who is scarier than her, more or less close to her, a friend, acquaintance, co-worker, etc.
Here, however, it is worth making a reservation. A girl will simply use the term “oppa” to call either her own older brother or her boyfriend. In all other cases, this address will be preceded by the person’s name (성우 오빠, for example (“Son Woo oppa”) - although this rule is still more applicable when the conversation is about this same “oppa” with a third person, when directly addressing it will still be just "oppa"). With this “oppa” (as with all other terms, which are discussed below), the most difficulties always arise when translating into Russian: there is no exact parallel in Russian and you have to constantly get out and look for words suitable for this particular situation. “Oppa” is not just a word, it is a whole layer of Korean culture, if you look at it more broadly. “Oppa” will always help, you can (and should) rely on him, he is the source of all joys (as well as the root of all misfortunes), etc. and so on. This appeal contains the whole essence of Confucian society - the elder is always better, he is always right, especially if the elder is a guy in relation to a girl. "언니" ("unnie" elder sister For a girl). The usage is the same as that of “oppa”; this word is used to describe not only older sisters, but also all older girls. “Unnie” also has one unique feature that distinguishes it from all other similar addresses, namely, this is how female waitresses in restaurants are called, and quite often even guys. Common mistake Russian speakers in Korea call waitresses “아가씨” (“Agassi”, literally “girl”). However, this cannot be done, since the word “agassi” has a pronounced negative connotation; that's what they call it
"형" ("Hyung", big brother for guys). The scope of use is the same. Any guy older than you will be a "hyung" (with all the ensuing consequences). An interesting detail: “hyung” (or more politely “hyungnim”) is what the gang leader is called by his subordinates.
"누나" ("Noona", older sister for guys). The scope of use is the same. However, let me note that “noona” is more often used to refer to one’s own older sisters, but if it is necessary to somehow designate a girl who is older in age, a Korean will still look for other ways: by position, place of work, etc. ., although it is, of course, impossible to say that guys completely avoid this treatment.
"동생" ("Dongsaeng" younger brother or sister). This word is not a direct address; no one [almost] ever calls a junior “dongsaeng” in direct contact, but in a conversation with a third person about this person they can refer to him by this very term. So, for example, they can characterize a young girl / guy in order to emphasize his belonging to something (without such a correlation, Korean culture is simply inconceivable): 김연아, 국민 여동생 (“Kim Young Ah, younger sister
the entire nation"), seemingly loving and proud at the same time.
Ajusshi - achzhossi (achzhoshi) - an appeal to a man who is much older in age. Sometimes it is translated, depending on the situation, as “lord” or “uncle.”
Ajumma - achzhuma - an appeal to a woman who is much older in age. Similar to "ajossi", sometimes translated as "lady" or "aunt". Young girls can be insulted by calling them "achzhuma".
Agassi - agassi (agashi) - an appeal to young ladies who are not yet “aunts”. They are also often translated simply as “madam” or “girl”.
Hyungnim - hyungnim - a more formal form of address "hyung". Can be used when addressing, for example, a son-in-law or the leader of a mafia-gangster group.
Sunbae - sunbae - an address to senior students or senior work colleagues. Something like an analogue of the Japanese "senpai"
Sunbae-nim - sunbae-nim - a more formal and strict "sunbae". Same as "hyung" and "hyungnim".
Oppa (elder brother) - this is how girls and young women address older young people. There is a joke: “Oppa often becomes appa.”
Appa - appeal small child to my father. A young wife sometimes calls her husband the same way if they have a small child. This is similar to the phrase “our folder (daddy).”
Yobo (dear/darling) is what middle-aged and older spouses call each other. Young spouses, especially those with higher education and progressive views, address each other by name, as they called each other when they first met at university.
Often, when addressing a person respectfully or formally, the suffix "-ssi" ("-ssi" or "-shi") is added after his name, which is usually translated as "lord" or "madam."
Lately, the English addresses “Mr,” “Miss,” and “Mrs.” have become fashionable in Korea; this can sometimes be clearly heard in dramas and films. Still, when translating in the credits, I would still recommend translating “Madam” or “Mr.,” without Americanisms, which often hurt the eyes of a picky viewer. A common address to a friend married woman
: “Han-min’s Mother”, “Kyeong-ah’s Mother” - goes back to those not too distant times when a woman’s status in society depended on whether she had a child or not.
The suffixes are "-양" ("-yang") and "-군" ("-kun"). There is not much to say about these suffixes. "-yang" joins female name
and, in fact, means “girl”, “girl”, “-kun”, respectively, to the masculine, and means “guy”, “young man”. In nine cases out of ten, these suffixes will only be used by elders in relation to younger ones, usually children and teenagers; in all other cases they are unacceptable. They can often be heard in the speech of teachers calling children by name in class, educators in hagwons (language schools), sometimes when addressing, for example, the head of a department in the office to a young trainee or intern, less often between friends, but this is more common in a joke and often in situations where the speaker wants to emphasize the gender of the listener. addressed by name. When referring to a name, a particle “-ya” or “-a” is added, depending on the euphony of the pronunciation, for example, “yuri-ya” or “khamin-a,” which means a close relationship. This tradition is observed until old age. But this, of course, is not a mandatory appeal, but just a nice feature.
And there is also a piece of “yang” for a girl who is younger... And “gun” for men...
Taking this into account, one should carefully use the traditional address to a married woman, adjumoni (literally: aunt, auntie), which is increasingly associated with the idea of an illiterate, middle-aged and unrespectable person or with the bad manners of the speaker. In meaning, it resembles our Russian “woman”, which does not evoke any pleasant associations.
The change in traditional relationships in society, when more and more women continue to work after getting married, when the number of women holding certain positions, holding scientific degrees, and participating in political and social activities is growing, has created a need for a new neutral and respectful form of address, like “Madame” among the French, “miss” among the English, “lady” among the Poles.
So far, there has been a tendency among employees to use the English "Miss". Only young girls - office secretaries or private nurses - respond to him readily and without offense. dental clinics. The search continues.
A person who teaches at a prestigious university is called seongsaeng-nim, which means “teacher.”
A teacher can be called a person who knows something better than others.
Sometimes students may address teachers as kyosu-nim (respected professor). This is often said to those who have a scientific degree or a fairly high status among other professors.
“Chagi” is almost the same as “ebo”, only it is also used between just a guy and a girl, not necessarily spouses.
And “uri aegi” (something like “my baby”), some Koreans say that to their girlfriends. Although it came from some Korean series from 4 years ago.
Kaos al Rim: “sabom” - an address to a coach, instructor, teacher
"kwan-jannim" - an appeal to a master (for example, taekwondo, or hapkido) It must be taken into account that in different situations
the same person is addressed differently.
And a couple more words on the topic of Korean addresses. Suffixes "-양" ("-yan ") and "-군" ("").
-kun Suffixes "-양" (" There is not much to say about these suffixes. " " is attached to a female name and, in fact, means “girl”, “girl”,", respectively, to the masculine, and means "guy", "young man". In nine cases out of ten, these suffixes will be used only by the elders in relation to the younger ones, as a rule, to children and teenagers, in all other cases they are unacceptable. Often they can be heard in the speech of teachers calling children by name in class, educators in hagwons (language schools), sometimes when addressing, for example, the head of a department in the office to a young intern or intern, less often between friends, but this is more of a joke and often in situations where the speaker wants to emphasize the gender of the listener.
A separate layer of references that needs to be discussed separately is, of course, the terms of kinship used in everyday communication, applied to people who are not related. I’ll try to classify such appeals a little.
"오빠" (oppa, older brother for a girl). In modern Korean, “oppa” is no longer just an older brother for a girl, it is any young man who is scarier than her, more or less close to her, a friend, acquaintance, co-worker, etc. Here, however, it is worth making a reservation. Simply by the term “oppa” a girl will call either her own older brother or her boyfriend. In all other cases, this address will be preceded by the person’s name (성우 오빠, for example (“Son Woo oppa”) - although this rule is still more applicable when the conversation is about this same “oppa” with a third person, when directly addressing it will still be just "oppa"). With this “oppa” (as with all other terms, which are discussed below), the most difficulties always arise when translating into Russian: there is no exact parallel in Russian and you have to constantly get out and look for words suitable for this particular situation. “Oppa” is not just a word, it is a whole layer of Korean culture, if you look at it more broadly. “Oppa” will always help, you can (and should) rely on him, he is the source of all joys (as well as the root of all misfortunes), etc. and so on. This appeal contains the whole essence of Confucian society - the elder is always better, he is always right, especially if the elder is a guy in relation to a girl.
"언니" ("unnie", older sister for a girl). The usage is the same as “oppa”; this word is used to describe not only older sisters, but also all older girls. “Unnie” also has one unique feature that distinguishes it from all other similar addresses, namely, this is how female waitresses in restaurants are called, and quite often even guys. A common mistake of Russian speakers in Korea is to call waitresses “아가씨” (“Agassi”, literally “girl”). However, this cannot be done, since the word “agassi” has a pronounced negative connotation; that's what girls are called prostitute, in rare cases, old uncles and aunts can call a young girl that way (which is justified etymologically; “agassi”, literally “little mistress girl”; this word acquired a negative meaning recently, during the lifetime of these same old men, hence the use them this word from old memory).
"형" ("Hyung", big brother for guys). The scope of use is the same. Any guy older than you will be a "hyung" (with all the ensuing consequences). An interesting detail: “hyung” (or more politely “hyungnim”) is what the gang leader is called by his subordinates.
"누나" ("Noona", older sister for guys). The scope of use is the same. However, let me note that “noona” is more often used to refer to one’s own older sisters, but if it is necessary to somehow designate a girl who is older in age, a Korean will still look for other ways: by position, place of work, etc. ., although it is, of course, impossible to say that guys completely avoid this treatment.
"동생" ("Dongsaeng", younger brother or sister). This word is not a direct address; no one [almost] ever calls a junior “dongsaeng” in direct contact, but in a conversation with a third person about this person they can refer to him with this very term. So, for example, they can characterize a young girl / guy in order to emphasize his belonging to something (without such a correlation, Korean culture simply cannot be imagined): 김연아, 국민 여동생 (“Kim Young Ah, the little sister of the whole nation”), kind of loving and proud at the same time.
Well, at the end of this “three-part” post about korean appeals it remains to add that Korean, like any other, in fact, is rich in ways of expression and, in particular, in appeals, to which I tried to dedicate it. Of course, there are many other types of addresses to a person, ways to call him, call out to him, attract attention, respectfully emphasize his status or insult to the core, I wanted to give an example of just a few of them, those that, in my opinion, are used most often . I sincerely hope that my notes have become interesting both to those who speak the great language of Emperor Sejong, and to those who are simply interested in Korea and everything connected with it.
Sunbae is a senior friend (from work, from university, from drinking).
Hyun is the older brother. Man's Appeal younger age to a man older in age.
"Hube" is a junior in rank, a colleague or classmate.
"Samo-nim" - "madam" is also used to address the wife of a professor or a woman who is the wife of any respected person.
"Sabo-nim" means "Mister", a respected person. For example, this is how you can address the president.
The older brother addresses the younger sister by name. When referring to a name, a particle “-ya” or “-a” is added, depending on the euphony of the pronunciation, for example, “yuri-ya” or “khamin-a,” which means a close relationship. This tradition is observed until old age. But this, of course, is not a mandatory appeal, but just a nice feature.
"uri aegi" (something like "my baby"), some Koreans say this to their girlfriends. Although it came from some Korean series from 4 years ago.
"sabom" - an address to a coach, instructor, teacher
"kwan-jannim" - an appeal to a master (for example, taekwondo, or hapkido)
At a market or in a store, a person is addressed as a sleepy person (guest, client).
Most Koreans, with age, achieve the desired goal and become the owners of their own business, which gives them the right to be called the word sajan-nim, which sounds euphonious to the Korean ear (that is, the respectable owner of the enterprise), and even if they do not become, it is still the best compliment for them, just as it pleases the soul of a lieutenant to be addressed as “Mr. Major.”
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A person who teaches at a prestigious university is called seongsaeng-nim, which means “teacher.” A teacher can be called a person who knows something better than others. Sometimes students may address teachers as kyosu-nim (respected professor). This is often said to those who have a scientific degree or a fairly high status among other professors.
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Nuna (elder sister) - used informally by men in relation to women not much older than themselves. It is difficult to say what this “not much” equals. This is a nuance, apparently determined intuitively.
Unni (elder sister) - this is what women call their friends, classmates, acquaintances and random companions somewhat older than themselves in age.
Unnie - this is how you can address a pretty saleswoman at a market or in a store, and by this address she will immediately understand that you like her. However, at the same time, you yourself should not be too burdened with the burden of years. Otherwise, your interlocutor will think that you are hinting at her considerable age. Times are changing quickly, and today young (30-40 years old) Korean women react painfully to any hints and questions related to their age. The desire to stay young after marriage is a recent one, but is becoming more common.
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By name, with the addition of the word “ssi,” not only spouses, but also friends, colleagues of equal status and age call each other, so the translation of the word “ssi” as “Mr., Madam,” as dictionaries indicate, is not entirely adequate. This is a polite, friendly form. If it is used after the last name and first name, let's say. Park Yongchul-ssi, then this is already a completely official appeal.
"Ssi" immediately after a Korean surname (say, Kim-ssi) is considered rude as an address. It is used in relation to simple and uneducated people or when they want to hurt someone.
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Oppa (elder brother) - this is how girls and young women address older young people. There is a joke: “Oppa often becomes appa.”
Appa - a small child's address to his father. A young wife sometimes calls her husband the same way if they have Small child. This is similar to the phrase “our folder (dad)”
Popular phrases on
Korean
Sarankhe (saranghamnida) - I love you
Nan niga shiro - I hate you
Eppo - handsome, sweet.
Nomu - very much.
Anyon(x)aseyo - Hello(of.)
Anyong - Hello (not official)
Yoboseyo - hello
Outflow - what to do?
Shiro - I don't want to
Ara - I know
Bulle - I don't know
Fighting - good luck! to battle! forward!
Kamsa(x)amnida - thank you (off.)
Kumao - thank you (not official)
Aigu - all Russian swearing
Asht is also a swear word, but
worse than aigu
Omo - used when you
surprised(=Oh my god)
Narang challe? -Do you want to sleep with me?
(censorship )
Senny chukka hamnida - Happy birthday
Daebak - Class, Super
Incredible (all words expressing delight)
Fucking (fucking) - dear/dear (like
epic)
Kencana - used as
question, are you okay? And How
answer, I'm fine/I'm fine
Vaso? - you've come)?
Odiga? - Where?
Chosomnida - sorry (off.)
Biyan (biyaneo) - sorry (not official)
Khonmal (chincha, chincharu) -
true/actually
(used both as a question and
as a statement)
Chalcha (chalchae) - calm
nights..
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한국 [Hanguk] – Korea
한국어 [hanggugo] – Korean language
한국사람 (hanguk saram) - Korean
사람 [saram] – person
남자 (namja) – male
여자 (yoja) – woman
아가씨 (agassi) – girl
하늘 (haneul) – sky
바람 (param) – wind
나라 (nara) – country
학교 (hakkyo) – school
안녕 (Annyeon) – hello
약속 (yaksok) – promise, agreement
식당 (siktan) – restaurant, dining room
차 (cha) – tea
코 (kho) - nose
눈 (nun) – eye, snow
토끼 (teokki) - hare
돈 (tone) – money
라디오 (radio) - radio
집 (chip) - house
가다 (kada) – to go (go)
오다 (ode) – to go (come)
다니다 (tanida) – to walk
살다 (salda) – to live, to dwell
먹다 (mokta) – to eat, to eat
마시다 (masida) – to drink
사다 (garden) – to buy
팔다 (phalda) - to sell
알다 (alda) - to know
모르다 (sniff) – don’t know
말하다 (marhada) – to speak
하다 (hada) – do (do)
죽다 (chukta) – to die
쓰다 (to piss off) – to write
크다 (khida) - big
작다 (chakta) - small
나쁘다 (nappida) – bad
Faiting!^_^
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July 17 is Constitution Day in honor of the proclamation of the first constitution of the Republic of Korea in 1948.
Korean ________
I missed you so much! - 너무 보고 싶었어요. (Nomu pogo shipossoyo) (No - mu po - go ship - oss - o - yo)
What's new? - 별일이 없으셨어요? (Pyoliri opssoshossoyo?) (Pyol - ir - and opss - o - sho - sso - yo)
Nothing. - Yes. 없었어요. (Ne. op-sso-sso-yo) (Ne. Op - sso - sso - yo)
Good night! - 안녕히주무세요! (An-yong-hi ju-mu-se-yo!) (An-yong-hi ju-mu-se-yo)
See you! - 나중에 봬요! (Na-jung-e bwae-yo!) (Na-jung-e bwae-yo)
Bye! - 안녕히 가세요! (An-nyong-hi ga-se-yo!) (An-nyong-hi ga-se-yo)
If you're new to the world of K-POP, there's no doubt that some of you don't know a few Korean terms that people around you are actively using. And if you are already a “experienced K-POPer”, you are probably already familiar with most of the terms that will be presented below.
Aegyo
A synonym for the word “egyo” is Sunny! "Aegyo" is charisma, such as when someone makes an adorable cute face with puppy dog eyes. Aegyo uses a lot of idols! Also, many idols do "Kiyomi" - this is when they show a cute rhyme with a cute expression.
Sasaeng
Yes... this word is meant as a "sasaeng lover" or a super obsessive fan who has an excessive amount of love for an idol. They can follow the idol in a taxi all day, and also follow the idol in the bathroom to take pictures of it. In some cases, sasaeng fans have broken into the dorms to steal underwear...
Daebak
Which means "Wow." For example, “Wow! He donated so much money!” or “He donated so much money! Daebak..." It can also mean both sarcasm; For example: "Wow.. did she really do that to you?" or “Did she really do this to you? Daebak..." By the way, the word “Daebak” in a sentence is not important. If someone says "This is Daebak" it means "This is the best."
Hol~
Koreans use this sound quite often; you are probably already familiar with this sound. It may seem awkward, but it is used when talking about something, for example, funny, embarrassing or negative.
Oppa/Unnie/Hyung/Noona
You may hear these words after pronouncing the name, or maybe you have heard how idols call their fellow members with these terms. The girl calls the older guy "Oppa" and the older girl "Unnie". The guy calls the older guy “Hen” and the girl “Nuna”. Of course, provided that they know each other well enough and the age between them is not so great.
Sunbae / Hoobae
This is similar to the previous one. Basically "Sunbae" means "senior", they should be used for people who are in high school, such as in school, or people who have more experience than you. “Hube” is the opposite, intended for juniors. Sunbae-hoobae relationship - means the relationship between elders and juniors.
Maknae
All groups have a maknae, i.e. the youngest participant. Kyuhyun - "evil maknae" from Super Junior as he is known for his mischievous nature. If you are the youngest in the family, then you are the maknae!
Omo
It is short for the word "Omona" and means "Oh my". So when you are surprised you can say "Omomomomomo" many times if you want. If you hear something shocking, do like Sohee!
Uljan/Momjan
The word "Oljan" is a combination of the words "Face" ("Ol") and "Jan" - "Best". As a result, this means " Best face” and is used to describe people who have very Beautiful face. Many idols were originally known as Uljan online before becoming artists. "Momjan" is a similar word to "Oljan" except "mom" (pronounced Mom), which means both big people. You can only use the word "Jan" to tell people that they are the Best!
Do you recognize this Uljan?
Chaebol
If you watch Korean dramas, you should know this word. “Chaebol” is an obscenely rich and super-influential heir in Korea. In business terms, this could mean a successor to Samsung or LG. In dramas, “Chaebol” is a male hero, the heir to fifty factories or a hotel or something else.
More than half of the people in this photo are heirs. Can you name who is which heir?
Minnat
Means "Bare Face". Many stars try to show off their faces without makeup, although they usually still wear minimal or natural makeup.
They are all beautiful, but do you recognize them?
Donggan/No-an
"Dongan" means "Baby Face" and describes people who look younger than their actual age. Can you believe that Jang Na Ra is 33 years old but she looks 20 years old and Dara is 29 years old. "No-an" is not the opposite of "Dongan", although it is not used often.
Koo Hye Sun (only 3 days older than Dara)
What terms are you familiar with?
