English Explanatory Dictionary

oppa

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man.
  2. A male idol revered by a younger female fan.

Pronunciation

/ˈɒpə/ /ˈəʊpə/ /ˈɒpɑː/ /ˈəʊpɑː/ /ˈoʊpə/ /ˈoʊpɑ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-oppa.wav

Word forms

oppa oppas oppah

Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 오빠 (oppa, “elder brother or close elder male friend (of a female)”).

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