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South Korea slang
Intense studying; studying very hard (from "ppakssaege gongbu")
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Region
South Korea
Formality
Informal.
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ppakgong (빡공) means Intense studying; studying very hard (from "ppakssaege gongbu"). It is best read as south korea slang associated with South Korea.
"ppakgong (빡공)" means Intense studying; studying very hard (from "ppakssaege gongbu"). In South Korea, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
To get something by clever talk or improvisation, often without proper preparation (e.g...
To study intensively in a short period, especially before an exam
To study (standard, but central to academic life).
To be free from studies/exams; to finish (informal)
Study; studying (standard, but central).
A hack; an improvised solution (often used for quick fixes for studies or exams)
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