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What does o ba san mean in Korean?

"O ba san" (오바산) in Korean means "older woman" or "aunt". It's a respectful term used to address an older woman who is not a relative.

Here's a breakdown:

* 오 (o): This is the honorific prefix used for older people.

* 바 (ba): This refers to a woman.

* 산 (san): This is a suffix that indicates a person's age and status.

Note: It's important to use "O ba san" respectfully and only when addressing someone older than you. You should not use this term with someone younger than you.

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