국룰 (guk-rul) meaning in Korean
국룰 · guk-rul
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'guk-rul' (국룰) is a Korean slang term that translates to an unspoken or universally accepted national rule. Its meaning comes from combining the words for national and rule, describing a standard action or perfect combination that almost everyone agrees upon. It is frequently used as a meme by Gen-Z to playfully highlight common habits.
Pronunciation
guk-rul
Intensity
Mild
Frequency
Occasional
Categories
Gen-Z, Meme
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Meaning
A portmanteau of 'Gukmin' (national) and 'Rule', meaning an unspoken or universally accepted rule. It is used to describe a standard action, choice, or trend that almost everyone agrees upon in a specific situation.
Korean editor note
'국민 룰'의 줄임말로, 한국 사회에서 보편적으로 통용되는 암묵적인 규칙이나 정석을 의미합니다. 특정 상황에서 대부분의 사람들이 공감하고 당연하게 여기는 행동 양식이나 선택을 표현할 때 널리 사용됩니다.
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비 오는 날 파전에 막걸리는 국룰이지.
Pajeon and Makgeolli on a rainy day is an unspoken rule.
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