Korean · Culture & Society
설날
Seollal
Lunar New Year
Beginnernoun
Definition
Korean New Year, one of the biggest Korean holidays.
Example
설날에 가족이 모두 모여요.
The whole family gathers at Lunar New Year.
Etymology
'설날' (Seollal) translates to 'new year's day,' where '설' (seol) means 'new' or 'the onset of' and '날' (nal) means 'day.' The term specifically refers to the lunar new year in Korean tradition.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily during celebrations, traditional family gatherings, and cultural discussions.
Literary Heritage
Frequently depicted in literature and cultural narrations associated with New Year traditions.