[Interview] Ever OSL Semi-Final A - Page 5

The most heartbreaking thing that we couldn't translate though was the word "Hyung." There is no English equivalent which I think says a lot about American society. There is so much meaning in "Hyung" and yet it can't be communicated in English. Literally the word means "older brother." But it is a term of respect that Korean men say to older men whom they consider close, like a mentor. You're "Hyung" is someone you would do anything for if they asked. You would never question your "Hyung." If your "Hyung" was in trouble, you'd be right there. It denotes true loyalty and respect. Koreans don't use the word lightly. In the movie, it's not translated well at all. Sometimes we used "Boss" which is too formal. Other times, we replaced it with the character's name, but that is way too disrespectful in Korean because of its informality. You would only call someone who is your junior or subordinate by their first name.