No matter what language you’re learning, you have to master your verbs to express what you’re doing. Korean verbs are no different. But you may be surprised at how different Korean verbs are from English or Romance languages! Why? Because of Korean culture and sentence structure. For example, Korean verbs don’t have genders, and you […]
MOREHow to Learn with Korean Songs: Learn Korean Through Music
What if the best way for you to learn Korean was… a Korean song? If you love music, why not use music as a tool to learn Korean through Korean songs! Music has a great way of expanding the brain and changing the way we think. It’s been proven to improve memory and learning abilities. […]
MOREKorean Particles Guide: How to Use Korean Particles [With Examples]
Let’s learn Korean particles! Do you know what a particle is? They are tiny building blocks essential to Korean sentence structure. We don’t really have these in English, but they’re like articles or prepositions. That is, small words that function to complete and connect a sentence, like “to”, “in” or “an.” So, Korean particles may […]
MORE30 Must-Know Korean Honorifics to Show Respect in Korea
People who recently started learning Korean often wonder: “What are Korean honorifics? What are these short suffixes attached to people’s names? Why do Koreans use honorifics?” If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions (especially after watching popular K-dramas which use them all the time!) then this is the article for you. Honorifics are a critical […]
MOREKorean Slang: 80+ Everyday Words and Phrases to Sound Like a Native
Here’s something the Korean textbooks won’t teach you: Korean slang. Learning Korean slang is essential to understanding everyday speech and casual conversations in Korean, but it’s hard to learn and master. Especially since it’s not traditionally taught in a classroom. And if you’re learning Korean to understand KPop and Korean TV shows, you’ll hear these […]
MORE“Food” in Korean: The Ultimate Guide to Korean Cuisine
Korean BBQ, street food, and wild dishes… South Korean food has it all! So if you’re a foodie, it’s time to learn all about food in Korean. When it comes to Korean food, there’s so much to love. But also a lot to learn, and a lot of different tastes to take in! As with […]
MOREHow to Learn Korean Fast: The Faster Way to Speak Korean
So you want to know how to learn Korean fast? Then you’ve come to the right place. Many people wonder, “Is Korean hard to learn?” After all, it’s listed as one of the hardest languages for English speakers to learn, right up there with Japanese and Chinese. But if you know the best way to […]
MORE“Family” in Korean: Talking About Your Family in Korean
When you meet someone new for the first time, the topic of your family is bound to come up. So it’s best to learn how to talk about your family in Korean! This might be even more important to learn in Korean than in English because Korean has a lot of formalities when it comes […]
MORE35 Free Online Korean Language Classes and Resources
Are you wondering how you can learn Korean for free? Learning Korean doesn’t have to empty your pockets. But it can be tricky to find the right resources that work for you on a budget. Here’s a list of the best free resource to help you: There are countless resources online that teach you Korean. […]
MORE“Cute” in Korean and 44 More “Aegyo” Korean Phrases
If you’re learning Korean, you may have wondered how to say “cute” in Korean or asked what does aegyo mean. Because “cute” culture is a big part of learning Korean, and you’ll run into it everywhere! In fact, if you’ve watched Korean dramas at all, you’ve most definitely heard and witnessed aegyo and Korean emphasis […]
MOREKorean Greetings: 10+ Ways to Say “Hello” in Korean
Having your first conversation in Korean starts with a simple “hi”. And that’s why you need to learn “hello” in Korean, as well as some basic Korean greetings! Learning how to say hello in Korean is pretty simple, and you may even have heard it before… Long before I had an interest in learning the […]
MORE19 Amazing Korean Movies on Netflix
Are you a Korean movie buff, or learning to speak Korean? Then these Korean movies on Netflix are a must-watch! Below are some of the best Korean movies on Netflix for language learners — and just the general movie lover. South Korea has a thriving movie industry (often called Hallyuwood, for the “Korean wave”) which […]
MOREKorean Culture: 47 Facts for Those Curious About the Korean People and Life in Korea
Are you obsessed with Korean culture? In love with K-Pop and K-Dramas and want to know even more about South Korea? That’s fantastic! Because if you’re learning Korean, then you know that South Korean culture is deeply tied to the language. It’s near impossible to become fluent in the language without understanding the culture! Even […]
MORELearn How to Say “Thank You” in Korean (Master Your Manners)
How do you say “thank you” in Korean? It’s 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida). Simple, right? Well, not totally. “Thank you” in the Korean language actually depends on a thing called formality, due to the hierarchical nature of Korean culture. So how to say “thank you” in Korean depends on who you’re talking to. 감사합니다 (gamsahamnida) is the […]
MOREHow to Speak Korean – It’s Easier than You Think
Want to learn Korean? Good call! Learning how to speak Korean is a great choice, because Korean is hot property right now. Although Korean might be ranked as one of the more difficult languages to learn by the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), it is by no means impossible. So don’t worry about the “hours” it […]
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