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bulgeum (불금)
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A Korean slang term meaning “fire Friday,” referring to Friday nights when people go out to eat, drink, and socialize after the workweek. The word combines bul (fire) and geum (Friday), expressing the lively atmosphere of the evening.
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Food Culture Terms
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Korean
Associated Countries
South Korea
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