Gaeul

Gaeul, written in Hangul as 가을, is a Korean term meaning autumn, the season between summer and winter. It is also used as a feminine given name in Korea. When used as a given name, 가을 can be represented by various hanja characters, each imparting a different nuance, so the overall meaning depends on the chosen hanja. In everyday use, the word evokes seasonal imagery associated with harvest, change, and the beauty of autumn.

In contemporary popular culture, Gaeul is a stage name used by a South Korean singer who is a member of the girl group LE SSERAFIM. The group debuted in 2022 under Source Music, a subsidiary of HYBE Corporation. As a member, Gaeul participates as part of the group's vocal and performance activities.

Beyond personal names, Gaeul appears in Korean literature and media as a seasonal motif, reflecting cultural associations with autumn’s atmosphere, colors, and symbolism. The spelling and pronunciation are relatively stable, but romanization may vary (for example, Ga-eul) in different texts or transliteration systems.

See also:

- 팔월 (pal-wol), the Korean term for August, noting that it is a different concept from the season-name 가을.

- 가을, the broader cultural and literary use of autumn in Korean language and culture.