daebak
/ˈdeɪ.bæk/
Korean Origin
Culture
Original Word
대박
Hangul (daebak)
Entered English
2010s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "daebak"
From Korean 'daebak' (대박), literally 'big hit' or 'jackpot'. An exclamation of surprise or admiration. Popularized internationally by K-drama and K-pop fans.
Example Usage
"Daebak! I can't believe we won the competition!"