YoonA and Sooyoung: A Unique Friendship
Both YoonA and Sooyoung, prominent members of the K-pop group Girls’ Generation, share a birth year of 1990, solidifying their bond as same-age friends. Despite this closeness, YoonA has always addressed Sooyoung with a certain formality, referring to her as “unnie,”a term of respect used in Korean culture for older women.
The Reason Behind YoonA’s Formality
During a memorable appearance on the YouTube show Hyoyeon who buys us food well, YoonA discussed her unusual choice of address for Sooyoung. The show’s host and fellow member, Hyoyeon, playfully probed into why YoonA insists on this formal speech.
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Hyoyeon humorously suggested that YoonA finds Sooyoung intimidating, leading to some lighthearted banter among the group. However, YoonA explained that her habit of using formal speech stems from a deep-seated respect forged from their early years together.
An Insight into YoonA’s Perspective
YoonA described her relationship with the older members, stating, “From a young age, I became friends with the unnies, and I’m good at maintaining that dynamic. If I started acting informally with Sooyoung, it might create an uncomfortable situation. If I do it with one, I’d feel it necessary to extend that to all of them,”she elaborated.
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Reflections on Past Performances
As the conversation progressed, Hyoyeon brought up the unofficial performance unit known as SNSD-S.H.Y, comprising Sooyoung, Hyoyeon, and Yuri. She playfully questioned YoonA about her absence from the group and the feelings it may have stirred.
“Maybe the unnies didn’t recognize my abilities,”YoonA quipped, showcasing her characteristic humor.
In a witty comeback, Hyoyeon asked, “Was it Sooyoung who said that?”eliciting laughter from the audience and affirming the playful nature of their dynamic.
For more updates and insights from YoonA and her adventures with Sooyoung and the rest of Girls’ Generation, be sure to keep an eye on their latest activities.