Jungkook is 28 years old in Korean age during the year 2024.
Here's a breakdown of how Korean age works and how it applies to Jungkook:
Understanding Korean Age
In South Korea, age is calculated differently than in most other parts of the world. A person is considered to be one year old at birth, and they gain an additional year on January 1st, regardless of their actual birth date. This means that the Korean age is typically one or two years older than the international age.
Jungkook's Age Calculation
| Type of Age | Calculation | Result |
|---|---|---|
| International Age | Calculated based on the birth date | 26 until Aug 30th, 27 after Sep 1st, 2024 |
| Korean Age | One year at birth, increases on Jan 1st | 28 in 2024 |
- Birthdate: Jungkook's birthday is September 1, 1997.
- Korean Age: As of January 1st, 2024, Jungkook is considered 28 years old in Korean age. This remains his Korean age throughout the entire year of 2024.
- International Age: He turns 27 internationally on September 1, 2024.
This difference in age calculation is important to understand when discussing the age of South Korean individuals.
