K-Pop — Entry No. 0871
앙코르
encore · noun
앙코르
encore
[ANG-koh-ruh]
nounbeginner
Meaning
An additional performance or song performed after the main set concludes. Encores are a cherished moment where artists perform fan-favorite songs and express gratitude to audiences.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
K-pop encores are emotional rituals where artists often cry, hug fans, and perform acoustic versions of hits. IVE and Stray Kids are known for heartfelt encores that become viral moments on social media.
Example Sentences
앙코르에서 가장 좋은 곡을 불렀어요.
ang-ko-reu-e-seo ga-jang jo-eun gok-eul bul-leo-ss-eo-yo.
They sang the best song in the encore. (Highlighting the best moment)
앙코르 때 모두 울었어요.
ang-ko-reu ttae mo-du ul-eo-ss-eo-yo.
Everyone cried during the encore. (Expressing emotional impact)
앙코르가 없었으면 아쉬웠을 거예요.
ang-ko-reu-ga eop-ss-eo-ss-eu-myeon a-swi-weo-ss-eul geo-ye-yo.
It would have been disappointing without an encore. (Showing its importance)
⚠️ Don’t use encore when…
Don’t expect encores to be long—they’re typically 1-3 songs even though fans hope for more. Don’t make noise during encores when artists are being vulnerable or emotional.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Itaewon Class — features restaurant staff performing surprise encores of customer requests
- K-Pop: Stray Kids — encore stages featuring members crying and thanking CARATs (pre-fanbase name)
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