10 Slangs Frequently Used by Young People in Korea, You're Not Cool If You Don't Know This!

Kapanlagi.com - For Hallyu lovers, it's not enough to only follow the development of music, drama, and fashion. Nowadays, it's common for them to also follow the language style or habits that are currently trending in the Land of Ginseng.

Gaul Language or commonly known as slang is often used by young people in Korea when communicating with peers. Those who are popular teenagers or AGK alias Gaul Kids in Korea are definitely familiar with some of the slang words that we will discuss.

What are the slang words commonly used by young people in Korea? Let's see the full list!

1. Nam-chin / yeo-chin = Boyfriend / Girlfriend

Kim Hye Yoon and Rowoon SF9 © Instagram.com/sf9.krwkcn

Nam-chin/ yeo-chin is an abbreviation of Namja chingu/ Yeoja Chingu which means "boyfriend" or "girlfriend". Nam-chin is used to refer to a male partner, while yeo-chin is used for a female partner. These terms are commonly used by teenage couples who are still in the lovey-dovey phase!

2. Gapbunssa = Dry / Not Funny

Gapbunssa is an abbreviation of Gapjagi which means "suddenly", Bunuigiga which means "atmosphere", and Sahaejyeotda which means "became cold". This term is often used when someone is telling a joke, but the joke fails and is not funny, resulting in a cold or "dry" atmosphere.

3. Rum-kuk-oph-nooph = Storm Tears

This word comes from 2 words, phok-phoong "storm" and noon-mool "tears" which means "Tears of the storm" or flowing tears. This word, which may seem difficult to pronounce, is one of the slangs frequently used by teenagers in Korea.

4. Mo-ssol = Born Single

Derived from the word mo-tae-sollo which means "Being single since inside the mother's womb". This word is often used to refer to someone who has never been in a relationship or born single.

5. Chi-maek = Chicken and Beer

It is a popular abbreviation to refer to the words chicken (chicken) and (maekju/ beer). For young Koreans who are old enough to drink alcohol, chicken is indeed a perfect companion for beer. As for young people who are not old enough, they usually eat chicken with soda.

6. Hoonnam = Handsome & Warm Man

Lee Seung Gi © Dispatch.co.kr

The term Hoonnam is used to describe a handsome man who has a good appearance and seems warm. One of the people who fits this description is Lee Seung Gi.

7. Choding = Acting Like a Child

Kang Daniel © Peach Pink

The term Choding is quite popular not only among young people in Korea but also almost all K-Popers know this term. This term is used for someone who is already an adult but still behaves like a child. The term choding is closely associated with Kang Daniel who has the nickname Kang Choding from the members of Wanna One.

8. Wansonam or Wansonyeo = Valuable Man/Woman

The abbreviation that means "very valuable" and is combined with the word namja "man" or yeoja "woman". If the words Wansonam/ Wansonyeo are combined, it means "valuable man or valuable woman". This expression is used by couples to praise and express that they mean a lot to each other. Wow, so sweet!

9. Oh Geul, Oh Geul = Awkward/Embarrassing Situation

The abbreviation that means "my hands and feet feel crawling" is used when someone sees, hears, or is in a situation that is felt to be awkward/embarrassing. For example, when seeing people being affectionate on the street, you can say Oh Geul, Oh Geul.

10. Saengpa = Birthday Party

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Saengpa comes from the word saengil pati which means "birthday celebration party". This expression is commonly used to inform or invite friends to come to a birthday celebration event. It must be fun!

Wow, turns out there are many slang words that are often used by young people in Korea. Among these slang words, which ones have you tried?

Author: Safira Damayanti

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