럭키비키 (reok-ki-bi-ki) meaning in Korean
럭키비키 · reok-ki-bi-ki
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'reok-ki-bi-ki' (럭키비키) is a popular Gen-Z Korean slang term that embodies an extreme level of optimism. It is heavily used online to flip a frustrating experience into a positive one, inspired by K-pop idol Jang Wonyoung.
Pronunciation
reok-ki-bi-ki
Intensity
Mild
Frequency
Common
Categories
Gen-Z, Meme
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Meaning
A trendy slang term originating from K-pop idol Jang Wonyoung, whose English name is Vicky. It embodies an extreme level of optimism, expressing that even in a frustrating situation, one is ultimately lucky. The term is heavily used online to flip a negative experience into a positive, self-affirming one.
Korean editor note
아이브 장원영의 영어 이름인 '비키'와 행운을 뜻하는 '럭키'를 합쳐 만든 신조어입니다. 어떤 부정적인 상황에서도 결국 자신에게 유리하거나 좋은 일로 받아들이는 극단적인 초긍정적 사고방식(원영적 사고)을 의미합니다. 일상에서 소소한 불운을 긍정적으로 승화시킬 때 유쾌하게 사용됩니다.
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빵 사러 갔는데 내 앞에서 딱 다 팔렸지 뭐야? 갓 구운 새 빵을 먹을 수 있다니, 완전 럭키비키잖아!
I went to buy bread, and it sold out right in front of me! Now I can eat freshly baked bread, I'm totally Lucky Vicky!
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