Korean Dictionary
How to say “Baegil (100th Day Celebration)” in Korean
백일
baegil
IntermediateHolidays & Festivals
Usage & Context
백일 is the celebration of a baby's 100th day of life in Korea a milestone that historically was significant because infant mortality was high. Families prepare rice cakes called 백설기 and 수수팥떡 and share them with neighbors for good luck. The 백일 tradition reflects Korean values around community sharing and collective wellbeing.
Example Sentence
아기 백일에 백설기를 이웃에게 나눠줬어요.
We shared white rice cakes with neighbors for the baby's 100th day.
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