"aegyo" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Borrowed from Korean 애교(愛嬌) (aegyo). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|ko|애교(愛嬌)}} Korean 애교(愛嬌) (aegyo) Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} aegyo (uncountable)
  1. (South Korean idol fandom) Cuteness, adorableness, charm. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): South Korean idol fandom Related terms: kawaii, moe

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