Cohabitation before marriage is not widely accepted in Korea due to cultural and societal factors. Korean culture places great emphasis on family values and respect for elders, with strict gender roles where women are expected to be modest and conservative. Religious beliefs also discourage premarital sex and living together before marriage, with Christianity being the most prominent religion in Korea. Additionally, housing prices are high in larger cities, making it difficult for young couples to afford their own place, leading to them often living with their parents until they get married. Despite the lack of legal repercussions, cohabitation is still met with social stigma in Korea. However, attitudes towards cohabitation are slowly changing, particularly among younger generations who are challenging traditional norms. As Korea becomes more globalized and exposed to Western culture where cohabitation is common and accepted, there may be a possibility that cohabitation will become more accepted in the future.