K-pop

[key-pop]

noun

1. pop music from Korea (often used attributively): K-pop is really great to dance to.

   a K-pop girl group;

   K-pop is really great to dance to.

K-pop

noun

1. the characteristic pop music of South Korea

Word History and Origins

Origin of K-pop¹

First recorded in 1990–95; K(orean) ( def. ) + pop ²

Example Sentences

There’s also Season 2 of the K-Pop travel series “Are You Sure?”

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In the days since, relief groups have mobilized across Hong Kong — and unexpectedly, so have fans and artists in the K-pop community.

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A family-friendly mix of artists included Elmo and Christopher Jackson, Shaggy and Busta Rhymes, Foreigner and Debbie Gibson, Jewel and Cynthia Erivo, the voices behind the hit animated series K-Pop Demon Hunters.

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News of his death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from young celebrities, including K-pop singers, speaking of his warmth and kindness, to President Lee Jae Myung.

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It is not the first time Zayn has shared his love for the K-pop band.

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When To Use

What does K-pop mean?

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