What is the Apt Drinking Game?


ROSÉ & Bruno Mars’s new single “Apt.” is out and it’s so catchy and adorable.

The best part is that it’s more than just a song — apt is also a playful Korean drinking game!

Lingua Asia What is an Apt Drinking Game

Key Takeaways

  • Apt. is pronounced as “apateu” meaning “apartment” in Korean.
  • Korean drinking games are fun ways to break the ice or just get the night started right.
  • Apt. is actually Rosé’s favorite Korean drinking game that she plays with her friends back home according to The Korea Times.

How Do You Play the Apt Drinking Game?

After singing the catchy intro of Rosé’s “Apt.”, players stack their hands, one on top of another.

The leader (whoever lost the last game) calls out a number while hands are stacking (for example 5).

Players then begin removing their hands, starting from the bottom.

The person who pulls their hand out on the called number (5 in this case) must drink a shot as a penalty!

  • Number of players: 2-5
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Probability of drinking: high

Why Do Koreans Play Drinking Games?

Since Koreans start drinking as soon as they enter university meeting new people, drinking games remove awkward moments.

Korean drinking games add fun energy to social gatherings, helping people bond and relax.

They make parties more interactive and break the ice, turning simple drinks into lively entertainment.

Check out more Korean drinking games here!

Did we miss anything?

Apt. is a fun and easy drinking game for everyone!

You don’t need to speak Korean to play it. Just chant “apateu apateu, apateu apateu” like in the song!