Korean Dictionary
How to say "Renewal/Contract" in Korean
“Renewal/Contract” in Korean is 재계약 (pronounced "jaegyeyak").
재계약
jaegyeyak
Usage & Context
Contract renewal is when K-pop idols decide whether to continue with their agency after their initial contract period ends. 재계약 news is anxiously followed by fans who worry about group disbandment.
Example Sentence
멤버 전원이 재계약에 성공해 팬들이 안도했다.
All members successfully renewed their contracts, relieving fans.
How to use 재계약 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Renewal/Contract” is 재계약, romanized as jaegyeyak.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
재계약 (jaegyeyak) is pronounced "jeh-gye-yak." "재" (jae) sounds like "jeh" (as in 'jet' without the 't'). "계" (gye) is like "geh" (as in 'get') but with a soft 'y' sound. "약" (yak) is like "yacht" but with a hard 'k' at the end.
More Example Sentences
Fans discussing an upcoming contract renewal for their favorite group.
아이돌 그룹의 재계약 시기가 다가오고 있어요.
The idol group's contract renewal period is approaching.
A fan expressing relief and happiness about a group's future.
다행히 모든 멤버가 재계약에 성공해서 그룹 활동을 이어갈 수 있게 됐어요.
Fortunately, all members successfully renewed their contracts, so the group can continue their activities.
Discussing the uncertainty surrounding a K-pop group's future.
재계약 문제로 그룹이 해체될 수도 있다는 소문이 돌고 있어요.
Rumors are circulating that the group might disband due to contract renewal issues.
Cultural Context
In the K-pop industry, '재계약' (contract renewal) is a highly sensitive and critical event, typically occurring around the 7-year mark of an idol group's debut. This period is often referred to as the '7년 징크스' (7-year jinx) because many groups face disbandment or member changes at this point. Fans anxiously follow '재계약' news, as a successful full-group renewal brings immense relief and celebration, while non-renewals can lead to heartbreak and uncertainty about their beloved group's future.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
재계약 성공
successful contract renewal
재계약 불발
failed contract renewal
7년 징크스
7-year jinx
Related Expressions
계약
gyeyak
contract
해체
haeche
disbandment
활동 중단
hwalttong jungdan
hiatus / suspension of activities
소속사
sosoksa
agency / management company
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