K-Pop fans use a mix of Korean and English slang to describe idols and moments. This quiz explores vocabulary like maknae, bias, comeback and more fandom terms.
What does the word bias usually mean in K-Pop communities?
A company rule about trainee height
A fan’s favourite member in a group
A type of vocal effect used in recording
A music show that only plays one song
In K-Pop, what does a trainee usually refer to?
A stylist learning how to sew stage outfits
An aspiring idol training under a company before debut
A temporary host of a music show segment
A fan who has just joined their first online community
Which of these is a common way K-Pop fans support their groups during a comeback?
Avoiding all mentions of the group online
Streaming songs and voting on charts or music shows
Sending only anonymous letters without names
Refusing to watch any official content
What is a sub-unit in the context of a K-Pop group?
A group of fans chosen to run official accounts
A completely unrelated band from another country
A backup dance team with no connection to the group
A smaller team formed from members of the main group for special releases
What does the phrase all-kill usually celebrate when mentioned in K-Pop chart discussions?
A group announcing a complete break from making music
A fan event where every album is given away for free
A song ranking first place across multiple major real-time charts at once
A show where only one group is allowed to perform
Why are music show wins often a big milestone for K-Pop groups?
They mark the final performance before a group disbands
They guarantee that the group will never change line-ups again
They show a mix of sales, votes and performance recognition during a promotion period
They allow the group to take ownership of the music show channel
Why do many K-Pop groups release multiple versions of the same physical album?
Each version contains a completely unrelated artist’s music
Extra versions are blank discs sold as decorations
Different versions include varied packaging, photos and extras that fans collect
Only one version includes the actual title track
What is one feature that often distinguishes K-Pop performance stages from many other pop stages?
Highly synchronised group choreography and visual formations
Avoiding any movement on stage to keep costs low
Using no lighting or visual effects at all
Performing only while sitting at desks
In K-Pop vocabulary, what does the word maknae refer to?
The fan who runs the largest account
The leader who manages schedules
The youngest member of the group
The main producer of the group
What does the term comeback usually mean in K-Pop fandoms?
A new release and promotion period for a group or artist
A fan stops listening to K-Pop entirely
A group permanently retires from the industry
A company changes its name and logo
Starter
You have heard words like bias and comeback, but still guess their meanings sometimes.
Solid
You understand most fandom slang and can follow conversations about idols easily.
Expert!
You are fluent in K-Pop vocabulary, translating fandom slang into clear ideas without effort.
