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South Korea slang
Strong back muscles (a desirable physique feature).
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South Korea
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Informal.
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deun-ggun (등근) means Strong back muscles (a desirable physique feature). It is best read as south korea slang associated with South Korea.
"deun-ggun (등근)" means Strong back muscles (a desirable physique feature). In South Korea, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Exhausted after an intense workout; pushed to the limit (or defeated soundly in a sport)
To build muscle; to work out to develop a good physique (literally "to make body")
Cardiovascular exercise (often used as a noun).
To build up or have a lot of muscle (similar to "swole")
Used to describe someone who is generally healthy and active, but not necessarily lean ...
Muscle growth; noticeable progress in strength or physique (short for "muscle gains")
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