[Boatanchors] Query about 73 & 88

[David Stinson]

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "HL1FB" <yonglee at yonsei.ac.kr>

> When a male and a female are finishing a QSO,
> is it appropriate the male say 73 or should he say 88? And the female
> say 88 or 73?
> I was given a task to clarify this and find international stand way of 
> thier usage.
> Or does someone know where I should inquire about this??

While the official definitions of "73" and "88" are
"Best regards" and "Love and kisses" respectively,
their proper use in this instance would depend upon
Korean standards of familiarity and affection.

In Western custom, "88" would be reserved for lover,
close family or spouse, while "73" is intended for less
familiar relationships.   "Love and kisses" may indicate
a different sentiment in Korean society.
I respectfully submit that Korean custom for
these two sentiments should rule.

GL OM ES 73 DE Dave AB5S