Gangnam
Gangnam (name) means a wealthy, fashionable district of Seoul, South Korea. Example: “Gangnam became world-famous after the hit song "Gangnam Style.”
How to use Gangnam
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn upscale Seoul neighborhood known for wealth and pop culture influence.
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_____ became world-famous after the hit song "Gangnam Style."
Etymology
From Korean, literally meaning "south of the river".
Frequently asked questions
What does “Gangnam” mean?
The word “Gangnam” means a wealthy, fashionable district of Seoul, South Korea. In plain terms, an upscale Seoul neighborhood known for wealth and pop culture influence.
How do you pronounce “Gangnam”?
“Gangnam” is pronounced GANG-nam (/ˈɡɑŋ.nɑm/ in IPA).
How do you use “Gangnam” in a sentence?
Here is “Gangnam” used in a sentence: “Gangnam became world-famous after the hit song "Gangnam Style.".”
What part of speech is “Gangnam”?
“Gangnam” is a name.
Where does the word “Gangnam” come from?
The word “Gangnam” comes from Korean. From Korean, literally meaning "south of the river".
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