PC방
pc-bang
[PEE-see BANG]
nounbeginner
1) PC방 are gaming venues first — the atmosphere is often loud, dimly lit, and can be smoky, so don’t expect a quiet workspace or study environment, even though many now offer non-smoking sections. 2) Payment works differently than most Western cafés: you pay per hour at the counter when you leave, not upfront when you sit down — first-time visitors often try to pre-pay and confuse the staff.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: All of Us Are Dead — a pivotal early scene unfolds inside a school PC방, using the setting to establish it as a completely normal part of Korean teen daily life before the crisis begins.
- K-Pop: Stray Kids — members have featured PC방 gaming sessions in behind-the-scenes content and variety show appearances, making the venue a recurring touchstone in their fan culture.
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