Why do Koreans start at 1yr old when the rest of the world starts at 0?
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I suppose this counting is similar to how we (in America) discuss (or count) centuries. For example: the last century was the 20th century, even though the years were 1900 – 1999. And the current century is 21st century.
To be honest, my grandmother also counted the age this was also. She would never count how many years have past, but what year was the kid in right now, that would be the age. As in, he started his 8th year instead of saying he just turned 7. My grandmother was born, raised and lived almost all her life in India. Depending on context, my mom also counts like that if the number is in her favor 😁
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