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νμΈμ, I’m Hangeulia ^-^ π If you’ve watched K-dramas, listened to K-pop, or followed idol interviews, you’ve probably heard the words sunbae (μ λ°°, seon-bae) and hoobae (νλ°°, hu-bae) . They sound simple — “senior” and “junior” — but in Korean culture, they carry deep layers of respect, hierarchy, and social etiquette . In this guide, I’ll walk you through the hidden rules behind these terms — how they work in K-pop, why idols call each other sunbae-nim (μ λ°°λ) , and what foreigners often misunderstand about Korean seniority culture. This etiquette guide covers: What sunbae & hoobae really mean in Korea Why debut or entry year matters more than age How the system works in K-pop, school, and everyday life How etiquette changed after COVID (backstage rules & dance challenges) K-drama & K-pop examples, including K-Pop Demon Hunters and G-Dragon Co...