K-Pop — Entry No. 0758
4세대
4th-gen · noun
4세대
4th-gen
[fourth-jen]
nounbeginner
Meaning
Fourth generation of K-Pop, typically starting around 2018-2020. Marks the era when K-Pop became a truly global phenomenon with groups having massive international fanbases. Characterized by diverse concepts, global recruitment, and strong digital-native audiences.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
4th-gen groups like NewJeans, Stray Kids, aespa, and IVE revolutionized K-Pop with innovative visuals and global appeal. Unlike 2nd-gen (BTS, EXO) and 3rd-gen (BLACKPINK, TWICE), 4th-gen groups emphasize concept fluidity and algorithm-friendly content. The generation marks when non-Korean idols became mainstream rather than exceptions.
Example Sentences
뉴진스는 4세대 그룹이다.
Newjinseun 4sedae gerupida.
NewJeans is a 4th-gen group (new standard for the era)
4세대는 글로벌 팬덤이 강하다.
4sedaeneun geullobal pandeom-i ganghadah.
4th-gen has strong global fanbases (international reach)
4세대 그룹들이 음악 스타일이 다양하다.
4sedae geurup-deul-i eumak seutail-i dayanghadah.
4th-gen groups have diverse music styles (less genre-confined)
⚠️ Don’t use 4th-gen when…
1) Don’t confuse with “fourth generation of a single group” (e.g., TWICE’s 4th era). 2) Generations overlap—some groups bridge 3rd/4th gen based on debut timing and style.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Itaewon Class — features younger characters obsessed with K-Pop culture as backdrop to modern fandom
- K-Pop: NewJeans — ‘Super Shy’ / Stray Kids — ‘S-Class’
ℹ️ Editorial Note: The cultural context and example usage are for educational reference only. Artist names, song titles, and drama references are used descriptively to illustrate vocabulary in context. This content is AI-assisted and reviewed for accuracy. For official information, please refer to the respective artists’ or studios’ official channels.