K-Pop — Entry No. 0855
걸그룹
girl-group · noun
걸그룹
girl-group
[girl-group]
nounbeginner
Meaning
A girl group (걸그룹) is a female K-Pop group consisting of 2 or more female singers and dancers performing together. Girl groups dominate the K-Pop industry and are known for elaborate choreography, synchronized performances, and fierce competition for chart dominance and awards.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
BLACKPINK revolutionized girl groups with hip-hop-influenced sound and global reach, while TWICE is known for bright concepts and record-breaking album sales. NewJeans and aespa represent the modern era with innovative concepts and streaming dominance, while IVE continues pushing boundaries. Korean entertainment companies invest billions developing girl groups generating massive revenue through albums, concerts, and sponsorships.
Example Sentences
걸그룹은 K-팝에서 가장 큰 시장을 차지한다.
geol-geulup-eun K-pap-eseo gajang keun si-jang-eul cha-ji-han-da.
Girl groups dominate the largest market segment in K-Pop (commercial dominance).
많은 여자 아이돌이 걸그룹의 멤버로 활동한다.
man-heun yeoja ai-dol-i geol-geulup-ui membe-ro hwal-dong-han-da.
Many female idols pursue careers as girl group members (primary career path).
걸그룹은 보통 4명에서 7명 정도의 멤버로 구성된다.
geol-geulup-eun boteong sa-myeong-eseo chil-myeong jeong-do-ui membe-ro gu-seong-doen-da.
Girl groups typically consist of 4 to 7 members (standard structure).
⚠️ Don’t use girl-group when…
Not all girl groups have equal market value—smaller groups struggle while mega-groups like BLACKPINK earn billions. Group membership doesn’t guarantee success or longevity.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: The Producers — Entertainment industry production scenes featuring girl group concepts.
- K-Pop: TWICE — ‘Fancy’ defined the girl group sound of the 2010s with synchronized choreography.
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