방탄소년단입니다
bangtansonyeondan-imnida
The phrase "we are BTS" in Korean is 방탄소년단입니다 (bangtansonyeondan-imnida).
This phrase is used by the members of the South Korean boy band BTS to introduce themselves. The name 방탄소년단 (Bangtan Sonyeondan) translates to "Bulletproof Boy Scouts".
What does it mean word for word?
The name 방탄소년단 (Bangtan Sonyeondan) literally means "Bulletproof Boy Scouts". The suffix 입니다 (-imnida) is the formal, polite way to say "am/is/are" in Korean.
How does it change in a sentence?
The suffix 입니다 (-imnida) serves as the formal, polite way to express the verb "to be" (am/is/are).
How do you pronounce it?
bangtansonyeondan-imnida
Did you know?
- The word 방탄 (bangtan) meaning 'bulletproof' is a metaphor for blocking out stereotypes, criticism, and expectations that bash adolescents like bullets.
- While 방탄소년단 means 'Bulletproof Boy Scouts', the group often uses the English acronym 'BTS' to stand for 'Beyond The Scene' in a more global context.
- When the members use the phrase 방탄소년단입니다, they often perform a specific synchronized salute or bow to match the 'soldier' imagery of their name.
Examples in context
- 저희는 방탄소년단입니다, 감사합니다.jeohuineun bangtansyeondanimnida, gamsahamnida.We are BTS, thank you.
Example conversation
A fan meets a group of performers at a small event.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo누구세요?nuguseyo?Who are you?
- 지은 Ji-eun저희는 방탄소년단입니다.jeohuineun bangtansyeondanimnida.We are BTS.
- 현우 Hyeon-woo정말 방탄소년단이에요?jeongmal bangtansyeonieyo?Are you really BTS?
- 지은 Ji-eun네, 맞습니다.ne, matseumnida.Yes, that is correct.
