unnie

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 언니 (eonni, older sister of a woman).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈʌni/
  • Rhymes: -ʌni
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

unnie (plural unnies)

  1. (manhwa, women's speech) An affectionate term of address for an older sister or somewhat older woman.
    Coordinate terms: noona, oppa, hyung, dongsaeng
  2. (South Korean idol fandom) An older female member of an idol group.
    Coordinate terms: hyung, maknae

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Adjective

unnie

  1. feminine singular of unni