Korean Dictionary
How to say “Second Male Lead” in Korean
2호 남자
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AdvancedK-Drama Expressions
Usage & Context
2호 남자 or 남자 2호 refers to the second male lead in a Korean drama who often seems more suitable for the female lead but ultimately loses. Second lead syndrome is a real phenomenon where viewers fall in love with the second lead. This character type has become iconic in K-drama culture.
Example Sentence
이번 드라마 남자 2호가 너무 완벽해서 응원하게 돼요.
The second male lead in this drama is so perfect that I end up rooting for him.
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