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Word of the Day
Today’s Word
맏이
maji
firstborn/eldest
Cultural Insight

맏이 traditionally carry family responsibility. Birth order still influences expectations in Korean families.

Example Phrases

맏이예요
majiyeyo
I’m the firstborn
맏이 책임감
maji chaekimgam
Firstborn responsibility
맏이 역할
maji yeokhal
Firstborn role

Related Vocabulary

막내
mangnae
Youngest
형제
hyeongje
Siblings
언니/오빠
eonni/oppa
Older sibling
Quick Review
막내
mangne
youngest