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Daebak 대박

An exclamation that can mean something like “awesome”, “amazing” or “a big hit”, depending on context.

Pronounced: dae-bakLanguage

What does Daebak mean?

An exclamation that can mean something like “awesome”, “amazing” or “a big hit”, depending on context.

Where you may encounter it

You may hear this term in Korean dramas, variety shows, K-pop content or everyday conversations about Korean culture. Meaning and tone can change with context, so treat this as a practical starting point rather than a word-for-word substitute for every situation.

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