Day 2: Kinship: Rank & Strangers

What Does 막내 (Maknae) Mean in Korean?

Learn what 막내 (maknae) means in Korean — the youngest of a family, team, or K-pop group — plus 'golden maknae' and how the role works in Korean culture.

What Does 선배 (Sunbae) Mean in Korean?

Learn what 선배 (sunbae) means in Korean, how it differs from 후배 (hoobae), when to add 님, and why the word matters at school and work.

What Does 아줌마 (Ajumma) Mean in Korean?

Learn what 아줌마 (ajumma) means in Korean, why it can offend, what to say instead (이모, 저기요), and the cultural image behind the word.

What Does 아저씨 (Ajusshi) Mean in Korean?

Learn what 아저씨 (ajusshi) means in Korean — 'mister' or middle-aged man — when it's fine, when it distances, and what to say instead.