탕진잼 (tangjinjaem)
What 탕진잼 means
The fun of spending on little treats.
When Koreans use it
Describe enjoying a string of small purchases even when they add up.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 문구점에서 또 샀네.
B: 소소한 탕진잼이지.
English
A: More stationery shopping?
B: Just enjoying a few little treats.
Use it with care
Combines spending it all with 재미. Playful wording, not financial advice.
From Korean Your Teacher Doesn’t Teach You by Injin Hwang. The meaning, usage, dialogue, and notes above follow the author’s book.
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