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Jungkook

JUNG-kook

/ˈdʒʌŋkʊk/

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jungkook

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Korean (South Korea)
Meaning
Golden pillar; righteous and upright
Gender
male

Pronunciation tips

Name of BTS member Jeon Jungkook; widely known globally

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