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k-fan
What does k-fan mean?
A domestic Korean fan, whose spending and voting carry outsized weight for domestic charts and awards versus i-fans.
"K-fans drove the physical album sales this era."
Origin
'K(orean)' + 'fan'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a K-fan?
A K-fan is a domestic Korean fan, as opposed to an international fan (i-fan).
Why do K-fans matter more for charts?
Their spending and voting carry outsized weight for domestic Korean charts and awards compared with international fans.
What's the opposite of a K-fan?
An i-fan (international fan), used for supporters based outside Korea.
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