찐팬 (jjin-paen) meaning in Korean
찐팬 · jjin-paen
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'jjin-paen' (찐팬) is a Korean slang term that means a true, hardcore, or highly dedicated fan. It combines 'jjin' (genuine) and 'paen' (fan) to express unwavering loyalty to a celebrity, brand, or sports team. Understanding its meaning helps you connect with deeply passionate fandom culture in Korea.
Pronunciation
jjin-paen
Intensity
Mild
Frequency
Common
Categories
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Meaning
'Jjin-paen' is a slang term created by combining 'jjin' (meaning genuine or real) and 'paen' (fan). It refers to a true, hardcore, or highly dedicated fan of a celebrity, brand, or sports team. It highlights a person's unwavering loyalty and deep affection for the subject.
Korean editor note
'찐팬'은 '진짜'를 뜻하는 접두사 '찐'과 '팬(fan)'이 결합된 신조어입니다. 연예인, 스포츠 팀, 브랜드 등에 대해 단순한 호감을 넘어선 깊은 애정과 충성도를 가진 진정한 팬을 의미합니다. 자신이 무언가의 열렬한 지지자임을 강조할 때 자주 쓰입니다.
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나는 BTS 데뷔 때부터 응원한 찐팬이야.
I am a true fan who has supported BTS since their debut.
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