Dictionary — Entry No. 0877
모두
modu · noun
모두
modu
[MOH-doo]
nounbeginner
Meaning
Means ‘all’ or ‘everyone,’ a universal quantifier in Korean. Used to refer to the totality of people, things, or situations without exception.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
The phrase ‘modu hamkke’ (모두 함께 – all together) appears frequently in K-pop group concepts and K-drama themes of unity. BTS and TWICE frequently use this concept in messaging about unity and togetherness. Common in group chants and fan-supporting phrases.
Example Sentences
모두 준비됐어?
Modu junbi-dwaesseo?
Is everyone ready? (checking group readiness)
그들은 모두 친구야.
Geudeul-eun modu chingu-ya.
They are all friends (everyone included)
모두 함께 시작하자!
Modu hamkke sijak-haja!
Let’s start together, everyone! (unifying call)
⚠️ Don’t use modu when…
Modu (모두) refers to people or things in a collection—don’t confuse with ‘전부’ (jeonbu), which emphasizes totality. When used with verbs, remember that 모두 must agree with the subject in person (though Korean doesn’t strictly require this).
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: Squid Game — Characters use ‘모두 함께’ to emphasize unity and collective survival, making the word emotionally resonant.
- K-Pop: BTS — ‘We Are Bulletproof’ and group messaging frequently uses ‘모두’ to build ARMY unity and collective identity.
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.