[Short] “Godsaeng”

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[Short] “Godsaeng”

The new YOLO

Updated: 2023.12.15

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[Short] “Godsaeng”

[짧은 지문] "갓생"

Articles

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Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

When you come across the term 'YOLO,' do you generally experience positive or negative sentiments? Could you elaborate on your feelings?

‘욜로’라는 단어를 들었을 때 긍정적인 느낌이 드나요, 부정적인 느낌이 드나요? 구체적으로 어떤 느낌이 드는지 설명해 주세요.

How do you feel about the trending term 'Godsaeng' in Korea since 2022? Please share your thoughts.

2022년부터 한국에서 유행하는 ‘갓생’이라는 키워드에 대해서 어떻게 생각하나요? 설명해 주세요.

Is there someone in your life who embodies the spirit of 'YOLO' or 'Godsaeng'? What are your emotions when observing that person's lifestyle?

주변에 ‘욜로' 또는 ‘갓생'의 삶을 사는 사람이 있나요? 그 사람을 볼 때 어떤 느낌이 드나요?

Are you inclined towards leading a 'Godsaeng' life? Why or why not?

‘갓생’을 살고 싶나요? 왜 그러고 싶나요? 혹은 왜 그러고 싶지 않나요?

Why do you think the 'Godsaeng' trend emerged in Korea AFTER the 'YOLO' trend? Have you ever considered the reasons behind this sequence of trends?

왜 한국에서는 ‘욜로' 열풍 이후에 ‘갓생' 열풍이 불었을까요? 왜 그런지 고민해본 적이 있나요?

Aside from 'YOLO' and 'Godsaeng,' are you familiar with any other buzzwords that encapsulate a particular attitude toward life? Explain.

욜로와 갓생 말고 삶의 태도를 반영하는 유행어를 또 아시나요? 설명해 주세요.

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

advent

the arrival or coming into existence of something important or notable

例句

The advent of spring brings blooming flowers and warmer weather.

例句

Many people eagerly awaited the advent of the new year.

encapsulation

the action of enclosing something in or as if in a capsule

例句

The encapsulation of sensitive information is crucial for data security.

例句

The encapsulation of vitamins in a pill form makes them easier to consume.

exploitative

taking advantage of someone or something in an unfair or unethical manner

例句

Child labor is considered exploitative and is widely condemned.

例句

The company was accused of exploitative practices that exploited workers.

*本教材是專爲使用Ringle學習英文的學員設計。

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