7 Korean Hand Gestures And Their Meanings


Nitisha Sharma
09-07-2024, 12:38 IST
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    Korean culture has made a significant impact on the world through its movies and dramas. Therefore, here are seven trendy hand gestures of Korean with their meaning. Tap to read!

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Peace sign

    Everyone knows what the v sign is. However, this sign in Korea means peace. This peace sign is also known as a victory sign.

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Korean heart

    The Korean heart is a small heart that you make from your fingers. It is the most trendy gesture and everyone is influenced by it.

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Covering mouth when laughing

    If you have noticed that many women cover their mouths while laughing. This is the most common gesture expressed in Korea, especially by women.

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Promise handshake

    Everyone knows how to make a promise handshake but in Korea, it is quite different. It is similar to Pinky Promise.

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Double hand wave

    This is another important body gesture in Korean culture and is used when you want to strongly say ‘NO’ to someone.

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Come over here

    If you want to ask someone to come to you with a gesture, Koreans hold their hand up with their palm down and move it up and down.

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Two thumbs up

    One thumbs up means ‘great job’ but in Korea two thumbs up means ‘super awesome.’ it is commonly used among friends.

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