Mukbang
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NounNoun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
The act of eating in an unusually large portion, often recorded or broadcast live on social media, or a state of extreme hunger where one wants to eat everything.
Synonyms & Variants
makan besar
Standard equivalent for the slang 'mukbang', often used in formal or semi-formal contexts.
pesta makan
Emphasizes the celebratory and communal aspect, not necessarily broadcast.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word mukbang originates from the Korean 먹방 (meokbang), a portmanteau of meokneun (eating) and bangsong (broadcast). This phenomenon began in South Korea as live internet broadcasts featuring a person eating large quantities of food while interacting with viewers. In Indonesia, the term has been adopted as slang to describe the act of eating a lot, whether broadcasted or not, or simply as an expression of extreme hunger. Its usage has spread among youth and netizens, often used in a joking context or as an invitation to eat together.
Real-world Usage
Gue lagi mukbang nih, laper berat pengen makan semua!
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.