CultureJuly 17, 2026
septet
/sɛpˈtɛt/
Definition
A group or set of seven people or things, specifically referring in this context to the seven members of the music group BTS.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'septem,' meaning seven. It entered English in the 19th century, following the pattern of musical terms like 'duet' or 'quartet' to denote a group of a specific size.
In the news
The word is used to describe the seven-member pop group BTS. It highlights the group's collective identity as they continue to integrate Korean cultural heritage into their global music releases.
When heritage meets pop culture: K-pop
Read the full article ↗The Korea Herald