Korean Reading Practice

“거긴 절대 안 돼”…박나래 ‘나래바’ 어떤 곳인지 보니

📅 December 17, 2025

1Introduction

This lesson explores the concept of home entertainment spaces in Korean celebrity culture, focusing on how public figures create private social venues in their residences. We’ll examine the cultural significance of hospitality and social drinking customs in Korean society through the lens of celebrity lifestyle choices.

2Vocabulary

Korean Romanization Meaning Example
방송인 bangsong-in broadcaster, TV personality 그녀는 유명한 방송인이에요.She is a famous broadcaster.
활동 hwaldong activity, work 연예인이 활동을 중단했어요.The celebrity suspended their activities.
의혹 uihok suspicion, doubt 여러 의혹이 제기되었습니다.Various suspicions were raised.
재조명 jaejomyeong re-examination, spotlight again 그 사건이 다시 재조명되고 있어요.That incident is being re-examined again.
지인 ji-in acquaintance, friend 지인들을 집에 초대했어요.I invited acquaintances to my house.
초대하다 chodae-hada to invite 친구들을 파티에 초대할 거예요.I will invite friends to the party.
운영하다 unyeong-hada to operate, manage 카페를 운영하고 있습니다.I am operating a cafe.
술자리 suljari drinking gathering 회사 술자리에 참석했어요.I attended a company drinking gathering.
욕심 yoksim greed, desire 성공에 대한 욕심이 커요.The desire for success is great.
드러내다 deureonaeda to reveal, show 자신의 감정을 드러냈어요.He revealed his emotions.
수면 위로 sumyeon wiro to the surface 진실이 수면 위로 떠올랐어요.The truth came to the surface.
회자되다 hoeja-doeda to be talked about 그 이야기가 많이 회자되고 있어요.That story is being talked about a lot.

3Reading Text

한국의 연예계에서는 유명한 방송인들이 자신의 집에 특별한 공간을 만드는 경우가 많습니다.

In Korea’s entertainment industry, famous broadcasters often create special spaces in their homes.

이러한 공간은 보통 친구들과 지인들을 초대해서 함께 시간을 보내는 곳으로 사용됩니다.

These spaces are usually used as places to invite friends and acquaintances to spend time together.

특히 ‘홈바’라고 불리는 이런 공간에서는 다양한 술과 음식을 준비해서 손님들을 접대합니다.

Especially in these spaces called ‘home bars’, various drinks and food are prepared to entertain guests.

한국 사회에서 술자리는 단순한 음주가 아니라 인간관계를 형성하고 유지하는 중요한 문화적 활동입니다.

In Korean society, drinking gatherings are not just about drinking alcohol, but important cultural activities for forming and maintaining human relationships.

연예인들은 이런 공간을 통해 업계 사람들과 네트워킹을 하거나 스트레스를 해소하기도 합니다.

Celebrities use these spaces for networking with industry people or relieving stress.

하지만 때로는 이런 사적인 공간에서의 행동이 공적인 문제로 발전하기도 합니다.

However, sometimes behavior in these private spaces can develop into public issues.

최근에는 연예인들의 사생활과 공적 활동 사이의 경계에 대한 논의가 활발해지고 있습니다.

Recently, discussions about the boundary between celebrities’ private lives and public activities have become active.

이러한 상황들은 한국 사회의 접대 문화와 연예계의 특수한 환경을 보여주는 사례라고 할 수 있습니다.

These situations can be seen as examples showing Korea’s hospitality culture and the special environment of the entertainment industry.

4Comprehension Questions

Q1
What is the main purpose of home entertainment spaces created by Korean celebrities?
Q2
How do drinking gatherings function differently in Korean culture compared to simple alcohol consumption?
Q3
What are some reasons celebrities create these private social spaces in their homes?
Q4
According to the text, what kind of recent discussions are happening in Korean society regarding celebrities?
Q5
How do these celebrity home entertainment spaces reflect broader Korean cultural practices?

5Cultural Notes

Korean hospitality culture, known as “jeong,” emphasizes creating warm, welcoming environments for guests, which extends to celebrity home entertainment spaces. The tradition of hosting elaborate gatherings at home reflects the importance of personal relationships in Korean business and social networks. However, the entertainment industry’s drinking culture has come under increased scrutiny in recent years as Korean society becomes more aware of workplace boundaries and professional conduct standards.

Source: Naver News |
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