Korean Dictionary
How to say “Junior / Hoobae” in Korean
후배
Hoobae
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Usage & Context
후배 (hoobae) refers to someone who is junior to you in school, work, or any organization. The Korean social hierarchy makes the sunbae (senior) and hoobae (junior) relationship important in daily interactions. The senior is expected to guide and the junior to show respect.
Example Sentence
후배들이 잘 따라줘서 고마워요.
I'm grateful that my juniors follow my lead well.
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