hyung

Alternative forms

• hyeong

Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 형(兄) (hyeong, “older brother of a man”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /hjʌŋ/
• Rhymes: -ʌŋ

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Noun

hyung (plural hyungs)

1. (manhwa, men's speech) An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man.

   Coordinate terms: oppa, noona, unnie, dongsaeng

2. (South Korean idol fandom) An older male member of an idol group.

   Coordinate terms: unnie, maknae