Korean Slang 260. 직캠

Korean Slang 260. 직캠 — A fan-shot or performer-focused video.

직캠 (jikkaem)

What 직캠 means

A fan-shot or performer-focused video.

When Koreans use it

Refer to a recording of a performance, often following one member rather than the whole stage.

A short conversation

Korean

A: 이 멤버 춤 잘 보인다.

B: 개인 직캠이야.

English

A: You can see this member's dancing clearly.

B: It's an individual fancam.

Use it with care

Originally associated with direct filming. Broadcasters also publish videos labeled 직캠.

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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