Meaning of chinilpa | Babel Free

Definitions

A traitor to Korea during Korea under Japanese rule

derogatory, ethnic, slur

Examples

“The label of chinilpa, or a member of a pro-Japanese clique, can ruin the reputation not only of the accused but also of his or her descendants.”

“The nexus for this dynamic is the legacy of pro-Japanese collaborators (chinilpa) during Japan’s colonial rule in Korea from 1910 to 1945.”

“Removing the alleged legacy of chinilpa (pro-Japanese collaborators) has been pursued by the Moon administration with great public support.”

“In South Korea, the term chinilpa is applied to those who collaborated with Japan's colonial rule. It still carries a stigma. Meanwhile, those who have a soft spot for Japan and its culture, or a deep understanding of the country, are known as jiilpa.”

“To fulfill the twin goals of unity and freedom, President Yoon and DPK Chairman Lee should help retire stigmatizing labels such as chinilpa and jusapa.”

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