Dictionary — Entry No. 0929
서른
seoreun · noun
서른
seoreun
[suh-run]
nounbeginner
Meaning
The number thirty in pure Korean counting system, representing mature adulthood milestone. Used for age and quantity in traditional Korean contexts.
K-Pop & K-Drama Context
Thirty marks an important life transition in Korean culture, often referenced in K-dramas as a turning point for characters’ life decisions. Many K-pop idols reach this age milestone during their peak careers.
Example Sentences
서른 살이 되니까 달라졌어
seoreun sal-i doeni-kka dalra-gyeosseo
Since I turned thirty, things have changed — life milestone reflection common in dramas
서른 권의 책
seoreun gwon-ui chaek
Thirty books — pure Korean counting for objects
서른 분 모였어요
seoreun bun mogyeosseo-yo
Thirty people gathered — respectful count using pure Korean
⚠️ Don’t use seoreun when…
Don’t confuse 서른 (thirty) with 선생님 (teacher) — completely different words. Also remember that 서른 is pure Korean; 삼십 (samsip) is Sino-Korean; use correct system for appropriate contexts.
🎵 Heard In
- K-Drama: My Love from the Star — main character reflects on 30s life stage and mature relationships; character retrospection on adulthood
- K-Pop: BLACKPINK — members approaching/at this age; discussions of career longevity and maturity in music industry
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.