12 Words Only K-Pop Fans Will Understand

Definition: Your favorite idol member or a celebrity.

Definition: A trait that is characterized by charm and cuteness.

Definition: Fans that exhibit obsessive behaviors for a celebrity. Originates from Eminem's song, "Stan," which portrays an obsessive fan.

Definition: Extreme fans that stalk and intentionally invade the privacy of a celebrity. They are also known to commit selfish and obsessive acts that put other lives in danger.

Definition: An expression exclaiming how great and awesome something is.

How it's used: Daebak! That performance was awesome! 

Definition: A selfie.

Definition: When a K-Pop song tops all of the major music charts at the same time.

Definition: An act by a celebrity to please fans.

Definition: An act that describes intimate touching. A normal act in Korean culture even between platonic, same-sex relationships.

Definition: An expression of encouragement to say "Do you best" or "Good luck."

Definition: Internal arguments within the community about idol groups.

Definition: Community of fans for a particular idol group or member.