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What does Gong-gu (공구) mean?

Term

공구

Gong-gu

Phonetic

gong-gu

Definition

Short for "group purchase" — fans pool orders together through an organizer to buy albums, merch, or concert goods, often to save on shipping or unlock bulk discounts.

Context / Example

“The gonggu for the new album closes tonight — DM the organizer to join.”

Tags

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About this term

Gonggu (공구) is a group order — fans pool money so a manager buys albums or merch in bulk, then ships shares to participants.

Always verify GOMs, fees, and timelines before paying. Keep screenshots of agreements.

Frequently asked questions

What does GOM mean?

Group Order Manager — the person organizing payment, purchase, and shipping.

Gonggu vs buying retail alone?

Gonggu can lower shipping and unlock bulk slots, but adds wait time and trust risk.

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