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Satire and humor are an essential part of Korean language and culture. From political cartoons and variety shows to online slang and memes, understanding Korean humor requires not only linguistic skill but also cultural awareness. This post will guide you through key expressions, cultural references, and examples of Korean satire. 🌀 What is Korean Satire? Korean satire often takes the form of exaggeration (과장), irony (반어), and wordplay (말장난). It can appear in entertainment shows like Gag Concert , in YouTube skits, or even in political commentary. A common theme is the criticism of social inequality, bureaucracy, or hypocrisy. 🗣️ Sample Satirical Sentences “아무 일도 하지 않는 게 요즘 공무원의 미덕이래요.” → “Apparently, doing nothing is now considered a virtue for public officials.” 미덕: virtue 아무 일도 하지 않다: doing nothing – an ironic jab at inefficiency “저는 월급 루팡이에요.” → “I’m a salary thief.” (A humorous self-deprecating term for someone doing little work at their j...