Social rules that fascinate foreigners
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Are you ready to discover your true Korean vibes? Take our MBTI and blood type quiz at our first meetups and find out if you're an ISFJ like me, who's lowkey a hopeless romantic, or an ESTP, who's literally the life of the party ππ―
I'm literally a night owl, and studying at 2am in 24-hour cafes is my jam, where I can grab a cup of hot coffee and indulge in a delicious λ°°λ¬ (baedal) feast without worrying about the clock π³π°οΈ. You can find me at these hidden gems, sipping on a latte and vibing with fellow students, all while trying to ace our exams, no cap πͺ.
OMG, you guys, in Seoul, we're literally crazy about going fast, like, super fast, and it's all about being ppalli ppalli (빨리빨리), which is Korean for speed, speed, speed, and it's not just about getting places quickly, it's a way of life, no cap! From our super-efficient public transportation to our lightning-fast food delivery, λ°°λ¬ (baedal), everything in Seoul is about moving at a million miles per hour, and it's honestly, lowkey, the most exhilarating thing ever!
Hey bestie, have you ever wondered why some Korean elevators have a weird button that says "F" instead of the usual number 4? It's not just a random design choice, but actually a clever solution to a super common phobia in Korea called tetraphobia, which literally means fear of the number 4 in Korean (μ¬μ (sah-suh))!
In Korea, 'What's your MBTI?' has replaced 'What's your blood type?' as the ultimate personality test β and omg, it's everywhere. Get ready to know your four letters before you land in Seoul, bestie.
Hey bestie, you know how in Korea we don't just ask "How are you?" like everywhere else, but instead we ask "λ°₯ λ¨Ήμμ΄?" (bae-dal mwo-kk-eo-seh, literally "Did you eat?") - it's a whole vibe, and I'm about to spill the tea on why this greeting is literally the secret to our happiness.
I'm literally obsessed with hitting up 24-hour cafes for midnight study seshs, where I can grub on some delicious bingsu and sip on a hot cup of coffee while cramming for my exams π΄βοΈ. From the bustling streets of Hongdae to the cozy study cafes in Gangnam, I've got the scoop on the best spots to study 'til the wee hours of the morning, no cap!
Ever wondered why some Koreans write their names in red? It's not as cool as it sounds - in fact, it's considered bad luck! π«
POV: you just met someone Korean and within 5 minutes they ask 'what's your MBTI?' β not your job, not where you're from, your four letters. In Korea, MBTI isn't just a personality quiz bestie, it's basically your social passport and everyone takes it extremely seriously.
Ever wonder why Koreans avoid red pens for names? It's not just a preference, it's a deep-rooted superstition! Get ready for some real K-Logic!
Ever wondered about those secret Korean superstitions? Today, I'm spilling the tea on why you should NEVER write someone's name in red here. It's literally a no-go! π ββοΈ
Ever wonder how Koreans instantly get your vibe? It's all about MBTI and blood type! Get ready for your secret weapon at first meetings. β¨