ANN/THE KOREA HERALD – “Want to meet my cat?” has emerged as a trendy conversation starter among young Koreans, akin to the popular invitation to “Netflix and chill”. This trend reflects the elevated status of cats in South Korea. In the past, cats were often avoided due to their association with bad luck and superstitions. […]
Lee Jung-ah, 36, recently ended her yearlong relationship with her boyfriend, mainly due to her parents’ opposition. They told her they disapproved of him because he did not match up to her professional and educational background. They worried that they would lose face in front of their relatives and acquaintances if she married him. Now, Lee is hoping to find someone who can uphold the "chemyeon" of .
Previously, cats were ostracised due to their links with misfortune and superstitions, yet today they bask in a positive reputation, both literally and metaphorically. SEOUL (ANN/THE KOREA HERALD) – “Want to meet my cat?” has emerged as a trendy conversation starter among young Koreans, akin to the popular invitation to “Netflix and chill.” This trend […]
Kim Young-woo, a 47-year-old bank employee with two teenage kids, has had trouble sleeping in recent months. Kim’s family lives in a posh neighborhood in Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, southern Seoul, but may not be able to stay there. “My jeonse contract expires in December. I have to look for a new apartment since I was told that my landlord is moving back to this apartment,” he said. Under South Kor.
“Cuteness or charm, esp. of a sort considered characteristic of Korean popular culture. Also: behavior regarded as cute, charming or adorable. Cf. kawaii n.” – Oxford English Dictionary Ever encountered someone deliberately using or prolonging their “ng” or “o” sounds to sound cute? Like saying, “hajang,” instead of “haja” (let’s do it). This i.