sunbae
American
[suhn-bay]
/ ˈsʌnˌbeɪ /
noun
sunbaes
plural
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in Korea, a senior student or a person with greater experience or status in an academic institution.
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in Korea, a person who acts as a mentor or guide in some field of activity, or who is respected for greater experience and superior skill.
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