Common K-pop words & phrases #2

Black Ocean: When a large group of fans deliberately turn of their light sticks to show hate towards the performing K-pop idols/idol on stage.

Fan service: Used to describe one or several act(s) an idol/idol group intentionally does to please fans. Originates from the anime and manga fandom, but is also used in other fandoms. Examples of 'fan service' includes; skinship between members, shower scenes (k-drama) and showing off abs.

Hallyu (Korean: 한류): Means 'Korean wave'. 'Hallyu Star' is usually used to describe a popular Korean idol in western countries, but which is not so popular in Korea or Asia. The 'Korean Wave' is all about increased interest worldwide in Korean culture (K-pop and K-dramas) and tradition.

Hwaiting (Korean: 화이팅): The Korean pronunciation of the English word 'fighting'. Used as a motivational chant, and means 'You can do it'.

Maknae (Korean:막내): The youngest member of a group.

Netizen: Originally comes from the combination of the two words; 'Internet' + 'Citizen'. Used to describe the anonymous online fan community.

Oppa (Korean:오빠): Korean word that means 'older brother'. Used by females towards an older male not far from their age range. Can also be used in a romantic context to show affection towards an older male that does not have relation to the girl.

Rookie: A newcomer group or actor that recently debuted. This title drops when the group or actor achieves a certain level of success in the industry.

Selca (Korean: 셀카): Originally comes from the combination of the two words; 'Self' + 'Camera'. The Korean word that is equal to the English word 'Selfie'.

Shipping: Originally comes from the English word 'relationship'. Used by fans and describes the act of putting two idols together as a couple. Fans usually comes up with 'shipping names', which combines the names of the two idols they ship.

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Taegukgi 태극기 (Meaning: Taeguk flag)

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Hello people! Have you missed me? Of course you have :P (attempt of being funny. #Failed). I have been thinking of what kind of randomness I want to fill this blog with, and I have figured out a plan, or at least something that could help me to start writing something useful. I guess you have a lot of questions about this blog etc., remember to send them to me! Like I said in the previous post, I do not bite. :P April is just around the corner and I thought of a perfect kick start. What do you guys think about a 30 day challenge? Because I have already made one. LOL... I hope at least some of you would find this interesting. :) This blog will mainly (if not entirely) consist of kpop related things. Since that is mostly what I find fun and feel dedicated to. The 30 day challenge (which will start at April 1st.) will therefore consist of kpop questions. If you guys have some questions you want me to answer, feel free to send them to me! Your questions might be better than mine you k

Common K-drama words & phrases #1

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