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Korean slang
A condescending or preachy older person (often a boss or teacher) who insists on being right because of their age
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Korean
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kkondae (꼰대) means A condescending or preachy older person (often a boss or teacher) who insists on being right because of their age. It is best read as korean slang associated with Korean.
"kkondae (꼰대)" means A condescending or preachy older person (often a boss or teacher) who insists on being right because of their age. In Korean, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
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