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mukbang
What does mukbang mean?
Originated in South Korea and became a massive global format.
"His spicy noodle mukbang got millions of views."
Origin
"Mukbang" comes from the Korean words for "eating" (meokda) and "broadcast" (bangsong). The format began in South Korea around 2010 and spread worldwide as a popular streaming and video genre.
Frequently asked questions
What does mukbang mean?
A mukbang is a video where a host eats large amounts of food on camera while talking to viewers.
Where did mukbang come from?
It originated in South Korea around 2010, from the Korean words for "eating" and "broadcast."
How do you pronounce mukbang?
It's roughly "mook-bang."
How do you use mukbang in a sentence?
For example: "she filmed a mukbang" — an eating video.
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