What Does HALLYU Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
HALLYU means "Korean Wave."More Observations...
The Korean word HALLYU literally means "Korean wave." It is used to refer to the phenomenal growth of South Korean pop culture, entertainment, and food. Examples of HALLYU are the popularity of K-pop bands, such as BTS , and the widespread adoption of Korean words, such as "Daebak" (Awesome!).Image for HALLYU
When I write HALLYU, I mean this:
"Korean Wave"
Summary of Key Points
"Korean Wave" is, by far, the most common meaning for HALLYU when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)| HALLYU | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Korean Wave |
| Type: | Word |
| Guessability: |  4: Difficult to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
Example of HALLYU Used in a Text
HALLYU
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