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Do You Need to Speak Korean in Korea?

For a long time, Korea did not really have a culture of expecting foreigners to speak Korean. However, as more and more foreigners visit Korea these days, there are also more situations where people simply use their own language…
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[Situational Korean] Example Sentences with 여기, 거기, 저기, and 어디
Today, following the last post, I will show you some example sentences using 여기 (Yuh-gee), 거기 (Guh-gee), 저기 (Juh-gee), and 어디 (Uh-dee). The full…
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[Situational Korean] Here, There, Over There, and Where in Korean
Today, let’s learn some simple Korean words! We will learn “여기(Yuh-gee),” “거기(Guh-gee),” “저기(Juh-gee),” and “어디(Uh-dee).” These are words you will often use when asking…
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[Situational Korean] Shopping in Korea: Easy Korean Phrases
One thing you will almost definitely do while traveling is shopping! Today, let’s learn some simple Korean phrases you can use when shopping in…
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[Situational Korean] Going to a Hair Salon in Korea: Korean Phrases for Beginners
I heard that many foreigners visit hair salons in Korea these days. Maybe it is because hair salons in Korea can be more affordable…
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[Situational Korean] What to Say in Korean When You Get Lost on the Subway or Bus
Following the last post, let’s learn how to ask for help when you get lost. Sometimes, you may feel confused after getting on a…
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[Situational Korean] What to Say in Korean When You Get Lost
One of the most stressful moments when traveling abroad is getting lost. But before we start, here is one important tip. Google Maps is…
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[Situational Korean : Role-Play] Convenience Store Shopping in Korea
What if you come to Korea and visit a convenience store? There are a few things the staff may ask you. Today, let’s practice…
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[Situational Korean] Convenience Store Shopping in Korea: Easy Korean Phrases
There are so many convenience stores in Korea. I often go to convenience stores because there is one right in front of my home.…
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[Korean Culture/Situational Korean : Role-Play] How to Use “섭섭하다” in Korean
Today, let’s practice using the Korean adjective “섭섭하다.” 섭섭하다 Dictionary Pronunciation: Seop-seop-ha-da Easy Pronunciation: Suhp-suhp-ha-da As I explained in the last post, “섭섭하다” is…
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[Korean Culture/Situational Korean] What Does “섭섭하다” Mean in Korean?
There is a Korean word that is almost impossible to translate directly into English. It is “섭섭하다.”, “서운하다.” 섭섭하다 Dictionary Pronunciation: Seop-seop-ha-da Easy Pronunciation:…
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[Situational Korean : Role-Play] How to Order Coffee at a Cafe in Korea
Today, let’s practice a Korean cafe role-play using only the sentences we learned last time. (Paying by card) In Korea, you may receive a…
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[Situational Korean] How to Order Coffee at a Cafe in Korea: Very Easy Korean Phrases
There are so many cafes in Korea. It is quite common to see three or four cafés in just one building. Today, let’s learn…