oppa
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Noun — A Korean term used by a woman to affectionately address an older brother or close older male friend.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Korean 오빠 (oppa), meaning "older brother" as used by a female speaker.
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What does “oppa” mean?
The word “oppa” means a Korean term used by a woman to affectionately address an older brother or close older male friend. In plain terms, a Korean word of affection for an older brother figure, now widely used in K-pop fan culture for admired male idols.
How do you pronounce “oppa”?
“Oppa” is pronounced O-puh (/ˈoʊpə/ in IPA).
How do you use “oppa” in a sentence?
Here is “oppa” used in a sentence: “She always calls her boyfriend "oppa" even though they're the same age in Western terms.”
What part of speech is “oppa”?
“Oppa” is a noun.
Where does the word “oppa” come from?
The word “oppa” comes from Korean. Borrowed from Korean 오빠 (oppa), meaning "older brother" as used by a female speaker.
How many meanings does “oppa” have?
“Oppa” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a Korean term used by a woman to affectionately address an older brother or close older male friend.