If you’re new to the fandom, you might find yourself surrounded by unfamiliar words and phrases.
Stan
To stan someone means to actively support and admire an idol or group.
Fans who stan a group are known as stans.
Sasaeng
A sasaeng is an obsessive fan who invades an idols privacy.
This behavior is universally frowned upon in the K-pop community.
Comeback
In K-pop, a group or artists return with new music is referred to as a comeback.
This is a major event for fans.
Trainee
Before debuting, aspiring idols undergo a rigorous training period and are referred to as trainees.
This phase includes vocal, dance, and performance training.
