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What does Hiatus (활동 휴식) mean?

Term

활동 휴식

Hiatus

Phonetic

hwal-dong hyu-shik

Definition

A pause in promotions or group activities — health, military service, or schedule breaks. Fans say an idol or group is "on hiatus."

Context / Example

“The group is on hiatus until the leader finishes enlistment.”

Also searched as

활동 휴식 · 활동휴식 · on hiatus

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About this term

Hiatus means a pause in promotions or group activities — health, military schedules, or other breaks. Fans say an idol or group is "on hiatus." Korean coverage may say 활동 휴식.

It pairs with enlistment and discharge in industry timelines. Searching "hiatus meaning K-Pop" clarifies it is a pause, not always a disbandment.

Frequently asked questions

Is hiatus the same as disbandment?

No. Hiatus is a pause; disbandment ends the group. Always wait for official wording.

Hiatus vs enlistment?

Enlistment is entering military service; hiatus is the broader pause label that can include enlistment or other reasons.

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