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If you’re a K-pop fan, you’ve probably heard male idols call each other “hyung” and wondered what it meant. “Hyung” means “older brother” and is a title Korean boys and men use when talking to or about an older family member or close friend. This article covers the meaning and usage of “hyung”, plus several other Korean honorifics. You’ll find information on Korean language formality levels and more!
“Hyung” means “older brother” but is often used to refer to an older male friend who is as close as a brother. Most of the time, this term is used by a man to refer to an older brother or a close male friend.
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