급식충 (geupsikchung)

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What does 급식충 (geupsikchung) mean? 급식충 (geupsikchung) is a Korean moderate that translates to “squeaker / annoying school kid” in English.

school-lunch bug

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"squeaker / annoying school kid"

Internet slang mocking middle/high schoolers who eat school lunches. 'Chung' means bug/insect.

급식충들 시끄러워. (Geupsikchung-deul sikkeureowo. - These lunch-bugs are loud.)

Context

  • Casual conversations with friends
  • Informal settings where profanity is accepted
  • Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

  • Professional or formal settings
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

Used by young adults to complain about immature teenagers ruining online games or internet forums.

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