The K-Pop industry is expanding its scale due to growing interest around the world. Many K-Pop artists are performing on stages around the globe, appearing as guests on various TV shows, and attending international awards ceremonies. For these reasons, some K-Pop stars’ fluent English skills are attracting attention, so Pharos will introduce some useful English expressions used in interviews by three K-Pop stars. 

 Jennie of Blackpink instagram @jennierubyjane 

“We never thought our music would reach out to so many people around the world. We're very thankful for this great opportunity. It's such an honor to be receiving so much love and we never want to take this moment for granted.”

• reach out to : ~에게 다가가다, ~와 접촉하다.

 ex) This organization reaches out to anyone in danger. 

• take A for granted : A를 당연한 일로 여기다, 대수롭지 않게 여기다.

 ex) Don’t take your parents’ care for granted.

 Mark of NCT instagram @onyourm__ar

“We’re actually not fully aware of the attention right now. But we really did hear that we’re on the charts for the Billboard. And we just really thank the international fans.”

• be aware of : ~을 알다, 인식하다.

 ex) You should always be aware of the risk of investment.

 Chungha instagram @chungha_official

“My other family were there. And so, they got settled down earlier. So, my mom took me there. I was just there all of a sudden. And she was like, ‘We’re going to live here.’ I’m like, ‘Okay.’” 

• settle down : 정착하다, 한 곳에 터를 잡다. 

 ex) I think Third Culture Kids might want to settle down in one country.

• all of a sudden : 갑자기, 별안간. 

 ex) Some people become livid all of a sudden.

 "There are many practical and natural conversational expressions found in the English interview videos with K-Pop stars. Watching these kinds of videos can help people learn English phrases naturally and also provide insight into the artists’ lives and values."

76th Reporter • CHOI BO YOUN • invierno.y@kyonggi.ac.kr