noun
ahjussi
ah-JUH-see
noun
1
A middle-aged or older Korean man, especially one addressed informally or affectionately.
"The ahjussi at the corner store always gives the kids free candy."
"In the drama, the gruff ahjussi turns out to have a soft heart."
How to Use Ahjussi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Korean word for an older man, similar to calling someone "mister" or "uncle."
When to use it
Common in English-language discussion of Korean pop culture and dramas.
Word Forms
ahjussis plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from Korean 아저씨 (ajeossi), meaning "uncle" or "mister."