MAMAMOO’s Hwa Sa recently caught fans’ attention after a meaningful lettering tattoo on the side of her neck was spotted, sparking renewed interest in the story behind it.
Hwa Sa appeared at an event hosted by an Italian high jewelry brand wearing a sleek black dress. While her elegant silhouette and bold styling immediately stood out, it was the subtle lettering tattoo revealed along her neck that quickly became a talking point among fans.
The tattoo reads “caddo,” a term believed to originate from a Native American language. The word is said to mean “a friend who carries my sorrow on their back,” suggesting a message far deeper than simple decoration. The tattoo is known to be a friendship tattoo that Hwa Sa got together with fellow MAMAMOO member Whee In.
Hwa Sa and Whee In share a long and well-documented bond. The two attended the same middle school and have remained close since their trainee days, enduring difficult times side by side before debuting together. Many fans interpret the tattoo as a symbol of the years they spent supporting one another through hardships, with their shared history seemingly encapsulated in the single word.
Fans reacted warmly to the discovery, leaving comments such as, “This is Hwa Sa and Whee In’s friendship in a nutshell,” “Knowing the meaning makes it even more emotional,” and “A friendship tattoo with such a deep message is incredibly touching.” In particular, Hwa Sa’s decision to openly reveal the tattoo at an official event, rather than conceal it, has further drawn admiration and attention.
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