5 Meanings of Maknae Explained by a Korean Girl

Being the maknae of a group can be a mixed bag. They’ll be babied, teased, adored, bossed around, and sometimes a little bit of everything.

Here’s the

  • meaning of Maknae in Korean
  • pros and cons of being one
  • affectionate ways of calling them
  • and list of K-pop maknae members
Lingua Asia Meaning of Maknae Explained by a Korean Girl

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Fun Things Korean Moms (Umma) Say And Do


Korean moms are some of the most quotable people on the planet.

Whether you want to understand yours or are just curious about “umma” featured in K-dramas, we’re here to decode their unique language and behavior.

Here are 10 things they say and do that you might have noticed.

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How to Win Over Your Korean In-laws on Every Occasion


Need help with your Korean in-laws?

Korean in-laws can be stressful at times, but they’re full of jeong and will help you when you need it.

Meeting them can be nerve-racking, so I’ll walk you through what to expect in each situation.

Lingua Asia How to Win Over Your Korean In-laws on Every Occasion

I’ll cover:

  • what to call your Korean in-laws
  • how to dress
  • what they’ll most likely say and how to respond
  • what to bring as a gift

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7 Surprising Meanings of Oppa: Explained by a Korean Girl


This guide explains what oppa means in each situation and how to use it.

You’ll learn how to use oppa properly, and also have a deeper understanding of Korean culture.

We also cover:

  • what oppa does for you
  • what church oppa style is
  • how to tell if a girl has a boyfriend
Lingua Asia Surprising Meanings of Oppa Explained by a Korean Girl

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7 Meanings of Unnie (언니): the Art of Having a Fun Sister in Korea


Here are the many meanings of unnie and how to use them!

We also cover:

  • cultural background of unnie
  • how to keep a good unnie

Unnie can like or dislike you regardless of what you do. Good ones are fun female friends who have your back in tough times. Some will treat you like family.

Lingua Asia Meanings of Unnie the Art of Having a Fun Sister in Korea
Lee Hyori | Photo courtesy of Marie Claire Korea

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What Hoobae (후배) Means in Korean and How to Use it


Want to know what it’s like to be someone’s hoobae in South Korea? Not sure how to treat hoobae at work and school?

You’re in luck, I’ve been in both situations!

I’ll go over its meaning and give you cultural context here.

Find out how to use hoobae and the pros and cons of having one.

Essential Korean Titles Hoobae (후배) Explained by a Korean

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The Meaning of Samchon (삼촌) in Korean


Not sure why some men are called samchon instead of ajeossi in Korea?

Find out what it means and how to use it below!

We also cover:

  • pros and cons of having samchon
  • how to keep a good relationship with samchon
Essential Korean Titles Explained Samchon (삼촌)

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