Etymology

oppa

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Today it means: An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man. Full definition →

Korean 오빠
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The story

  1. Korean · borrowed from오빠“elder brother or close elder male friend (of a female)”
  2. English todayoppa

Borrowed from Korean 오빠 (oppa, “elder brother or close elder male friend (of a female)”).

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