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bonsang
What does bonsang mean?
A main award given to several artists at a ceremony, below the single grand-prize daesang. A solid but non-peak achievement.
"They took home three bonsangs but missed the daesang."
Origin
Korean 본상 (bonsang), 'main prize'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a bonsang?
It's a 'main prize' award given to multiple artists at a K-pop ceremony, ranking below the single grand-prize daesang.
Is a bonsang a big deal?
It's a solid achievement and recognition, but it sits below the daesang, so groups still aim for the grand prize above it.
Where does 'bonsang' come from?
It comes from the Korean word 본상 (bonsang), meaning 'main prize.'
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