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K-Pop slang term
What does Enlistment (입대) mean?
About this term
Enlistment means entering mandatory military service in South Korea. Male idols' enlistment dates are major fandom milestones, often with farewell stages and final fansigns.
Korean posts say 입대 (ip-dae). Searching "enlistment meaning K-Pop" pairs with discharge (전역) and hiatus vocabulary.
Frequently asked questions
How long is enlistment?
Service length depends on branch and rules in force at the time — check official notices for each idol.
Enlistment vs discharge?
Enlistment is entering service; discharge (전역) is leaving / completing it — welcome posts and comeback talk often follow.