jeong
/dʒʌŋ/
Korean Origin
Culture
Original Word
정
Hangul (jeong)
Entered English
2010s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "jeong"
From Korean 'jeong' (정), a uniquely Korean concept of deep emotional bonding and attachment that develops over time between people, places, or things. It goes beyond affection to encompass loyalty and devotion.
Example Usage
"There's a deep jeong between the grandmother and her grandchild that transcends words."