본방사수 (bonbangsasu)
What 본방사수 means
Catching the original broadcast live.
When Koreans use it
Emphasize watching a show when it first airs rather than later.
A short conversation
Korean
A: 오늘 마지막 회야.
B: 꼭 본방사수할 거야.
English
A: The final episode airs today.
B: I'm definitely watching live.
Use it with care
A dramatic entertainment phrase. Common even when replay options exist.
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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