K-pop fandom words you should know now!
Unnie? Visual? Comeback?
Getting dizzy with all the terminologies in the K-pop community?
Don't fret, because here's a quick guide to some of the most commonly used K-pop fandom words to expand your K-pop vocabulary. Aja!
Idol
The word “idol” refers to a K-pop star--it can be a soloist or even the members of a group.
Trainee
Before becoming international superstars, BTS members were trainees. Trainees are individuals or students being groomed by K-pop entertainment companies.
There's nothing easy about being a trainee because they spend several years honing their dancing and singing skills before they can debut either as a solo performer or part of a group.
Debut
After a trainee goes into an intensive development that often takes years, he/she makes his/her debut. The word “debut” simply refers to a trainee who is now an idol (solo or a group) and is ready to release an official single.
Comeback
Were you screaming your hearts out when BLACKPINK made a comeback and released 'Ice Cream?' Yes, comeback means a solo artist or group returning with their brand-new music after a long break.
Hyung
Younger Korean guys used the word "Hyung" to address another male who is older than him.
Unnie
You've probably heard the word “Unnie” a lot in Korea. It is a term used by a younger female to address another female older than her.
Oppa
It definitely sounds cute whenever we hear the word "Oppa." It is a term used by younger girls to refer to an older brother.
Noona
"Noona," meanwhile, is used by a younger male to address an older female.
Maknae
K-pop fans use the word “maknae” to refer to the youngest member of a boy or girl group.
Aegyo
Don't you agree that Bambam of GOT7 has this unique aegyo? K-pop fans use the term “aegyo” to describe the cuteness of a K-pop idol.
Visual
If you can't help but gush over Mark Tuan because of his visuals, then you probably can't get over his insane attractiveness, which the word “visual” stands for.
Bias
"Wendy is my bias in Red Velvet." You usually use the term “bias” to refer to your favorite idol in a group.
Anti
"Oh no, anti is a lot of trouble!" When you refer to an “anti”, it means someone who hates a specific idol or group.
Daebak
It's one of the most commonly used in K-pop slang, which means “wow!”
Kamsahamnida
K-pop newbies, please remember the word "Kamsahamnida." This Korean word simply means “Thank you” and is one of the basic words you should learn as a K-pop fan.
Annyeong
Do you want to start a conversation with a fellow Monbebe or Treasure Maker? Then you have to say hello or “Annyeong” in Korean.
Music shows
Yes, if you are craving some intense music and insane vocals from your favorite K-pop idol--solo or group--then the Hallypop channel has got you covered.
In South Korea, there's a ton of music shows where K-pop idols perform their single and go big with the design and color of their stage.
You can catch BTS, BLACKPINK, GOT7 or Red Velvet as they showcase their incredible talents on Music Bank, Simply K-pop, or We K-pop, which are exclusively available on Hallypop.
We want your viewing experience to be a spectacular one and now that Hallypop is available in the mobile digital TV receiver GMA Now, you can express your K-pop feelings even more by using the Hallypop-inspired stickers in the chat feature of the device!
Source: GMA Network/ GMA Now
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