[FULL COLOR] KOREAN CULTURE DICTIONARY - From Kimchi To K-Pop a\nd K-Drama Clichés. Everything About Korea Explained!

<p><strong>Before reading this book you've probably had moments of curiosity about Korean culture.</strong></p><p></p><p> Why does the Korean flag look like it has a Pepsi logo? Why do so many Korean kids share the same last names-Kim Lee and Park?</p><p>If you're a K-Drama fan who watches variety shows too your fascination with Korea may have grown even deeper. What does <em>Korea</em> actually mean? Who are the people on Korean banknotes? Why do Koreans love kimchi so much-and why with everything?</p><p></p><p>Koreans also have their own way of figuring each other out. Forget small talk; they often ask your <strong>age</strong> or even <strong>blood type</strong>. (Yes blood type! Some still believe it reveals personality-Type A perfectionists Type O easygoing.) And now it's all about <strong>MBTI</strong>-from ENFP to ISTJ it can even hint at workplace or dating compatibility.</p><p>You might also wonder why you suddenly become a year (or two) older upon arriving in Korea. Why all the drama in street tent bars (<em>pojangmacha</em>)? How do Koreans drink so much soju from those infamous green bottles?</p><p></p><p>And of course the 2020s question: <strong>Why is K-pop so insanely popular?</strong></p><p> (Hint: it's not just BTS-NewJeans Stray Kids LE SSERAFIM and a wave of global idols are leading the charge. And yes what does <em>Gangnam Style</em> even mean?)</p><p>If you've seen <em>Squid Game</em> or <em>Parasite</em> you know Korean entertainment is not just catchy-it's deep emotional and brutally honest. Even animation is joining the trend with shows like <em>K-Pop Demon Hunters</em> blending Korean pop culture with global storytelling.</p><p></p><p>When you get lost in translation a dictionary or app can help-but cultural gaps aren't that easy. You might guess right once but miss the <em>why</em> behind Korea's customs and behaviors.</p><p>No matter who you are-a K-Pop or K-Drama fan an expat a study-abroad student or a second-generation <em>gyopo</em>-you no longer need to stay puzzled by the quirks that make Korea well Korea.</p><p></p><p>This book covers over <strong>350 essential topics</strong> and FAQs organized into <strong>27 categories</strong> exploring Korea through the <em>Five Ws</em> (Who What When Where Why) and <em>How</em>. By the end you'll understand Korea-from history and values to food slang and modern trends.</p><p></p><p>You'll also finally know why Koreans sit on the floor why pouring with one hand is rude and why K-Dramas' hidden cues make so much sense. After reading dramas movies and K-Pop lyrics will feel completely different-and you'll spot the clichés before they happen!</p><p></p><p>Next time you hang out with a Korean friend you can casually impress them-like explaining why people tap the neck of a soju bottle or why to turn away when drinking with elders. And if someone says you have a small face you'll know to proudly reply: Thank you!</p><p></p><p>Now let's start with a perfect first example of Korean culture-<strong>the famous <em>Ppali Ppali</em> (빨리빨리) mindset.</strong> Hurry up and start reading!</p>