Korean Dictionary
How to say "Lore" in Korean
“Lore” in Korean is 세계관 (pronounced "segyegwan").
세계관
segyegwan
Usage & Context
Lore (세계관) in K-pop refers to the fictional storylines and universe built around a group through music videos, albums, and webtoons. Groups like BTS and ATEEZ are known for elaborate 세계관.
Example Sentence
그 그룹의 복잡한 세계관을 이해하는 데 시간이 걸린다.
Understanding the group's complex lore takes time.
How to use 세계관 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Lore” is 세계관, romanized as segyegwan.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around 세계관.
Pronunciation Guide
The first part, "se-gye," sounds like "seh-gyeh," where "seh" is like "set" without the 't', and "gyeh" is like "gay" with a 'y' sound before it. The second part, "gwan," sounds like "gwan" in "Gwangju" or "swan" with a 'g'. Put it together as SEH-gyeh-GWAHN, with a slight emphasis on "gwan."
More Example Sentences
Discussing a film's narrative universe or conceptual framework.
그 영화는 독특한 세계관을 가지고 있다.
That movie has a unique worldview/lore.
Praising an author's storytelling and consistent fictional universe.
작가님만의 세계관이 작품에 잘 녹아있어요.
The author's unique worldview is well-integrated into the work.
Talking about a video game's extensive background story and universe.
이 게임의 세계관은 정말 방대하고 흥미로워.
This game's lore is truly vast and interesting.
Cultural Context
'세계관' literally means 'worldview,' but in K-pop, it has evolved to specifically mean 'lore' or 'universe.' Many K-pop groups, especially boy groups, build intricate narratives and fictional universes that connect their music videos, album concepts, and even merchandise. Fans often spend hours theorizing and analyzing these '세계관' elements, which adds a deeper layer of engagement beyond just the music, making it a key part of the immersive K-pop experience.
Editorial note
We review entries like 세계관 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
세계관 떡밥
Lore clues/hints (literally 'bait')
세계관 해석
Lore interpretation
세계관 빌딩
World-building
Related Expressions
스토리텔링
seutoritelling
Storytelling
서사
seosa
Narrative, epic
콘셉트
konsepteu
Concept
세계관 덕후
segyegwan deokhu
Lore enthusiast (a fan deeply into the lore)
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