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아자스 (a-ja-seu) meaning in Korean

아자스 · a-ja-seu

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'a-ja-seu' (아자스) is a Korean slang term used to playfully say a quick thanks, derived from the Japanese word 'azasu'. It is highly popular among Gen-Z, gamers, and streamers as a casual way to express gratitude to teammates or friends.

Pronunciation

a-ja-seu

Intensity

Mild

Frequency

Common

Categories

Buzzword, Meme, Gen-Z

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Meaning

"Ajasu" is a casual slang term derived from the Japanese slang "azasu", which is a shortened version of "arigatou gozaimasu" (thank you). It was adopted by Korean internet communities, gamers, and streamers as a playful way to say a quick thanks. It carries a lighthearted and highly informal nuance.

Korean editor note

'아자스'는 일본어 '아리가토 고자이마스(감사합니다)'의 줄임말인 일본 슬랭 '아자스(あざす)'가 한국 인터넷 커뮤니티에 정착한 신조어입니다. 게임 유저나 인터넷 방송인들 사이에서 가볍고 유쾌하게 고마움을 표현할 때 주로 사용됩니다. 격식 없는 친한 사이에서 짧게 감사를 전하는 장난스러운 뉘앙스를 가집니다.

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Examples

오, 힐 버프 아자스!

Oh, thanks for the heal buff!

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