Finally, the "Korean" age will be abolished! Will it be rejuvenated by a "full age" and up to 2 years younger? ! A one-minute explanation of the complex "three ages" of Korea! What is the impact on the people?
South Korea is said to be a society that places particular importance on age!
The way age is counted is also unique, and some people may have had the experience of being confused when they went to Korea or talked about age with friends because they were older than people in Japan.
But recently,The way age is counted in South Korea will be changed to the world standard, and it's becoming a hot topic right now (°_°)
This time it's complicatedResolved the age situation in Korea& Explaining what changes will occur in Korea in the futureI would like to♪
- “How old are you in Korea?” Explaining the current method of calculating age in Korea!
- President Yoon's administration will abolish the "Korean-style" age! How will it change?
- What is the impact of the change to the "full age" system on Korean citizens?
- Summary
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1. “How old are you in Korea?” Explaining how to count the current age in Korea!

In neighboring South Korea, the current year is counted differently than in Japan.threeIt is said that there is also!
Let's take a look at the differences between each one in turn.♪
①세는 나이 (Senun nai, Korean style)

This is the most commonly used way to count age in Korea, and everyone answers with this age when asked how old they are!
It is a counting method that is still used in Japan as "counting year".
Based on the idea that "life is nurtured from the time it is in the mother's womb",
The moment a child is born is considered to be one year old.
- At birth → 1 year old
- New Year (January 1st) → +1 year old
☆If you haven't celebrated your birthday this year,+2 years to current agedo
(Example) Current age is 20 years old → Currently 22 years old in Korea
"Currently" 18 years old → In Korea, you are 20 years old, so you are already considered an adult!
☆If you have already celebrated your birthday this year, at that age+1 year old
②만 나이 (mannai)

This isSame counting method as JapanSo, the so-called"Full age"It refers to.
Infants under 1 year old are counted as ◯ months,
This is the counting method applied in taxes, medical care, welfare, etc.♪
- At birth → 0 years old
- Birthday → +1 year old
③Yonnai
This is a way to count how old you will be this year.
this yearFromyear of birthSubtract and you can easily calculate!
In current South Korea, the age at which one can enlist, the age at which one can buy alcohol and cigarettes,Age for entering elementary and junior high school, etc.
It seems to be used to unify the♪
- At birth → 0 years old
- New Year (January 1st) → +1 year old
In this way, in Korean society, three ages are defined depending on the time and situation.It is said that they are used differently!
Just knowing how to count the three ages can be difficult, but when it comes to using them properly.
It's very complicated, isn't it?
For this reason, in order to avoid confusion due to the way age is counted in Korea,
particularly complexEliminate the “Korean style” age system (counting method ① above) and
Many people have been asking for it to be fixed!
Finally, there is a movement to review the age system.Under President Yun's administration
to startIt has become♪
2. President Yoon's administration will abolish the "Korean-style" age! How will it change?
In December 2022, a bill to revise the age system will finally be passed in the South Korean National Assembly.It was approved♪

Actually,Since he was a presidential candidate, he has pledged to ``implement the abolition of the Korean-style age''.
is the current president of South KoreaYoon Seok-yulpresident。
As promised by President Yoon, the long-standing voices of the people will be reflected.Korean people are already in a mood of approvalIt is said to be ^^
A brief summary of the amendments passed by the South Korean National Assembly is as follows.
☆``Korean style age''How to count age in Korea①) is abolished.
☆This is a scene where "Korean age" was used until now, but it is now widely used internationally.are"full age" 만나이How to count age in Korea②)shall be used.
☆The age notation for infants under 1 year old is unified as "1 to 12 months of birth"
☆연나이How to count age in Korea③) is used as is for now.
→Depending on future public opinion, there is a possibility that it will be unified to full age.
☆Enforcement from June 2023 at the earliest
Now, let's take a look at what kind of impact is expected in South Korea in the future.♪
3. What is the impact of the change to the “full age” system on Korean citizens?
In South Korea, people are already expressing joy, saying things like ``It won't be complicated!'' and ``You'll look younger!''
Although it is rising,It cannot be said that there are only areas that can be improved.It's like that (;;)
Let's take a look at some examples!
Until now,Depending on the medicine, the line between full age and Korean age is ambiguous.
→ What is the age in daily life?full ageYou won't get lost because you will become
② Many countries around the world use full age, so the gap with other countries will disappear.

Anticipated concerns
① There is a gap in age between classmates.
What is the age when entering school?The standard is 연나이 (yeon nai, how old will you be this year)In order to become
Among my classmates, I am one of the quickest to celebrate my birthday.There will be an age differenceThe problem may occurIt is possible><

this is in korea「The trend of placing importance on age」It can be said that this problem arises because of the
In Japan, a classmate who has a birthday first is not considered to be "older"!
However, in Korea, we almost always refer to older friends as "Unnie、Oppa” to call
Even though we are classmates, I am conscious of my age.Aren't the names going to be different?
There is concern about this issue!
Expected improvements
4. Summary
What has happened so far?It felt like an inconvenience.korean ageAbolition of ``><
This seems to be good news for Koreans, who used to count their age more than people in other countries.
Since Korean society places a high value on age and hierarchical relationships, I wonder what kind of social changes will actually occur in the future.
this year'sAfter JuneI look forward to it♪
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