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In Korea there are many words which are neither English nor Korean, instead this mixture is often called Konglish.

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Created by: Carissa

Number of Blossarys: 6

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Dika is an abbreviated version of digital camera. Similar to aircon and remoncon combining two abbreviations is commmon in Konglish.

Domain: Consumer electronics; Category: Digital camera

How often do you go to a store just to try on clothes or see what's on sale. In Korea they refer to this as, "eye shopping".

Domain: Fashion; Category: General fashion

When you want to encourage someone you tell them, "fighting." This is common before students take a test, a person has an interview, or people otherwise need a little encouragement.

Domain: Communication; Category: Oral communication

A comedian is a gagman. This is a play off of the fact that they make people laugh by using gags.

Domain: TV shows; Category: Comedy

Kola is not just referring to Coca-Cola rather any coke or soda like carbonated substance.

Domain: Beverages; Category: Soft drinks

A morning call is a call that the hotel gives you in the morning to help you wake up. Most English speakers would say it is a wake up call.

Domain: Tourism & hospitality; Travel; Category: Hotels; Hotels

When someone wants you to finish a drink they will tell you, "one shot!" In The United Stated people would say, "bottoms up".

Domain: Beverages; Category: Other alcoholic products

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