K-pop is a whole new world, it’s not just about music, dance, or fashion but a lot more than that, and if you are new to K-pop, then this is the right place for you to learn more about the Korean culture and popular fandom terms which you will indeed require in future. Here, we provide you with your perfect K-pop guide.
1. Aegyo
Aegyo is a Korean term popularly known for addressing cuteness. It’s spelled in a cute tone, along with cute gestures and expressions. It’s used by many K-pop stars during their V-Lives, On-stage performances, or even during their interviews.
2. Bias
Bias is a term popularly used by Fans. It refers to a fan’s most favored and loved member of a K-pop band. This term is primarily used in fan-made posts and videos.
3. Bias-Wrecker
Bias-Wrecker refers to another favored and loved member of the same band. When a fan gets confused in choosing between two or more members. The one they love more; they consider one of them as bias and another one as a bias-wrecker.
4. Anti-Fan
An Anti-Fan is the opposite of a Fan. These people dislike and hate a celebrity or a show, and tend to criticize them through various social media platforms. Even-though they hate them, they invest a lot of time finding flaws and mocking celebrities.
5. Golden-Maknae
Golden-Maknae is one of the youngest members of a band. They are also referred to as an exceptionally multi-talented member of the band.
6. Saranghae
Saranghae is a Korean term that refers to I Love You. Fans often use the it, to express their love for their favorite idol or actor. It is used by K-pop idols and other celebrities for their fans too. Saranghae can be expressed through heart-shaped hand gestures, most popularly with a finger-heart.
7. Fighting
Fighting is an English term but has a different meaning for Koreans. It’s mainly used to cheer someone or wish them luck. The term had been used in a lot of K-Dramas.
8. Saesang Fans
Saesang refers to obsessive fans who tend to intrude on the privacy of a particular celebrity through stalking or other mediums. Such people can do anything to gain the attention of their favorite stars. There were several Saesang who sent inappropriate stuff to stars like their undergarments, or even letters written with their blood, or installing cameras or microphones at celebrity’s houses or hotel rooms.
9. Daesang
Daesang is one of the most prestigious awards in the Korean Entertainment industry. It is one of the highest awards an idol, K-pop band, actors, and actresses can receive for their work. Daesang award is considered a massive achievement in the Korean Entertainment industry.
10. Fan-Chant
Fan-Chant is a form of chant or script used by fans during the Live performances of their favorite band or idol; it’s used to indicate their love and support for the artists during their concerts. Fans sing along with the artists and cheer throughout their performance; it allows them to engage more in the show.
