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🗣️ 3 Common Korean Pronunciation Mistakes (and How to Fix Them!)

🗣️ 3 Common Korean Pronunciation Mistakes (and How to Fix Them!)

In this post, we’ll go over three pronunciation mistakes that many learners make and show you how to fix them quickly. If you want to sound more like a native speaker, check out one of our bestselling books: 📘 “How to Sound Like a Native Korean Speaker.” Explore Our Catalog

5 Most Important Korean Phrases to Learn First

5 Most Important Korean Phrases to Learn First

Which phrases should I learn first as a beginner? If you’re planning a trip to Korea or just starting to learn the Korean language, you might be wondering where to begin. With so many new sounds, words, and expressions, it can feel overwhelming at first. This short list of

3 Viral English and Korean Slang Expressions You Should Know

3 Viral English and Korean Slang Expressions You Should Know

In English, expressions like “ate,” “unc,” and “cooked” are viral slang terms. In Korean, similar ideas come through in phrases like “씹어먹었다,” “아재,” and “스불재.” Different words, similar vibe! Let’s break them down and see what they really mean. 💡Quick note: For more fun examples, check out our book

Do Koreans Really Not Say ‘Excuse Me’? Yes and No.

Do Koreans Really Not Say ‘Excuse Me’? Yes and No.

🍎 Do Koreans Really Not Say “Excuse Me”? If you’ve spent time in Korea, especially in busy cities like Seoul or Busan, you might have wondered: * Why do Koreans not apologize when they bump into you in a tight space? * Why do they not say “Excuse me” when they want

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The Kind of Growth You Don’t Notice

The Kind of Growth You Don’t Notice

A couple of weeks ago, I saw something that genuinely surprised me. (I also made a short video about it.) At home, we have a pull-up bar in my kids’ room. It’s been there for years. My son used to jump up to grab it, laughing every time he

Avoid Sounding Rude in Korean with 2 Easy Tips | TTMIK

Avoid Sounding Rude in Korean with 2 Easy Tips | TTMIK

When speaking Korean, knowing the appropriate times to use casual (반말) versus formal (존댓말) language is important to avoid sounding rude. Here are some tips to ensure you don’t accidentally sound rude when speaking Korean: 💬 1. Add “-요” or “-예요” to retain respect When you speak to someone older