In a recent live broadcast for their company workshop held during Chuseok, members of the K-pop group LE SSERAFIM sparked quite a buzz online. Yunjin, a member of the group, made headlines when she cheekily referred to Chaewon’s iconic bob haircut as a “c*nty bob.” The surprising comment left fans and netizens in disbelief, causing Chaewon to question Yunjin about the phrase's meaning. Yunjin promised to clarify, setting the stage for a curious discussion among their fans.

The segment quickly went viral, racking up millions of views across various social media platforms. Fans were left wondering how the usually reserved Yunjin would explain such a bold term to Chaewon, especially during an official event. The phrase "c*nty" has intriguing origins; while it is traditionally viewed as a misogynistic insult, it has recently undergone a reclamation by a newer generation, often used to describe empowered women in a positive light—akin to calling someone a “bad b*tch.”

As reported by Rolling Stone, this redefinition signifies a shift in societal attitudes, turning a formerly derogatory term into a badge of honor for some: "A new generation has been reclaiming ‘c*nt’ online, eliminating its misogynistic meaning and positioning it as something aspirational."

Interestingly, Yunjin was quoting a meme during their livestream. This past September, LE SSERAFIM performed at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards pre-show, where drag queens Plasma, Amanda Tori Meating, and Dawn had a viral reaction to Chaewon’s bob, exclaiming “this c*nty bob” during the event. Plasma even shared the clip of Yunjin and Chaewon's exchange on social media, further amplifying the discussion.

During a recent virtual fansign, a fan inquired whether Yunjin had indeed explained the meaning of “c*nty bob” to Chaewon. Yunjin shyly confirmed that she did, albeit without revealing all the details. However, she did share that the members were quite taken aback and bewildered by the term, asking, “Oh?! Are you allowed to say that?”

As of now, the clip of Yunjin’s explanation has gained traction, hitting over 259.1K views on X (formerly Twitter), with fans applauding the Original Poster for their inquisitiveness.

Yunjin’s use of the term has undoubtedly opened up a lively conversation not only about language but also about the evolution of certain words within pop culture, especially in the K-pop industry. Listen closely, and you may discover that there’s more than meets the eye with LE SSERAFIM! Stay tuned for more updates on their adventures.