1. Introduction to the text
This reading lesson discusses the controversy surrounding a YouTuber named Sinje and her fiancé, Munwon. Sinje recently introduced Munwon on her channel, but his past actions and statements have sparked criticism from fans.
2. Vocabulary
| Korean Word | Romanization | English Meaning | Contextual Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 했다 | haetda | did | He said he “had been married once before.” |
| 신지 | Sinji | Sinje (a YouTuber) | Sinje recently introduced her fiancé Munwon on her YouTube channel. |
| 그는 | geuneun | he | He apologized for his “careless words and actions” in the video. |
| 둘러싼 | dulleosseon | surrounding | He apologized for the various controversies surrounding him. |
| 문원은 | Munwoneun | Munwon (Sinje’s fiancé) | Munwon, Sinje’s fiancé, spoke up in the video. |
3. The main text in both Korean and English
신지는 최근 자신의 유튜브 채널에서 예비신랑 문원을 소개했다. 하지만 문원의 과거 행동과 발언들이 논란을 일으켰다.
Sinje recently introduced her fiancé Munwon on her YouTube channel. However, Munwon’s past actions and statements have sparked controversy.
문원은 자신이 “결혼을 한 번 했었다”고 말했다. 이후 그에 대한 여러 의혹들이 제기되었다. 그는 자신의 “경솔한 언행”과 “둘러싼 여러 논란”에 대해 사과했다.
Munwon said he “had been married once before.” After this, various suspicions were raised about him. He apologized for his “careless words and actions” and the “various controversies surrounding him.”
신지 팬들과 코요태 팬들이 실망했다는 점을 인정하며, 문원은 김종민과 빽가에게도 예의에 어긋나는 모습을 보였다고 사과했다. 그는 책임질 부분은 끝까지 책임지겠다고 말했다.
Acknowledging that Sinje’s fans and Coyote’s fans were disappointed, Munwon also apologized for acting inappropriately towards Kim Jongmin and Backga. He said he would take responsibility for his actions to the end.
4. Reading comprehension questions
- Who is Sinje, and what did she recently do on her YouTube channel?
- What did Munwon, Sinje’s fiancé, say about his past?
- What kind of controversies and suspicions have been raised about Munwon?
- How did Munwon respond to the criticism and disappointment from fans?
- What did Munwon say he would do regarding his responsibilities?
5. Cultural and historical notes
This article highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in public figures’ personal lives, especially when they have a significant online presence and fanbase. The controversy surrounding Munwon’s past actions and statements demonstrates the scrutiny that Korean celebrities and influencers face in the digital age.