Meaning of "Hallyu"
A phenomenon in which Korean popular culture spreads overseas and gains great popularity locally
"Recently, due to the influence of Hallyu, the number of overseas fans enjoying Korean dramas and K-pop has increased significantly."
Related slang words
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