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먹방

meokbang
noun★Intermediate— eating broadcast
informal

A video or live stream where someone eats large quantities of food, often for entertainment purposes.

그 먹방은 정말 재미있었어!

That mukbang was so entertaining!

💡

Mukbang is a popular form of online content in South Korea and other countries, often featuring exaggerated eating habits and commentary.

Collocations

먹방 유튜버mukbang YouTuber먹방 방송mukbang broadcast

Synonyms

식사 방송대식 방송

Related Phrases

먹방 중독phrase
mukbang addiction

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

Mukbang is deeply tied to Korean internet culture and often features exaggerated eating habits for entertainment.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage

Mukbang is typically used in informal contexts, especially when discussing online content or social media trends.

📖Word Origin

From Korean '먹다' (to eat) + '방송' (broadcast).

📝Usage Notes

Mukbang is a neologism that emerged in the early 2010s as a form of online entertainment. It is often associated with binge-eating and social media culture.

Word Breakdown

먹다
to eat
root
+
방송
broadcast
root
한영사전

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