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The Korean writer Han Kang (한강) has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature this year, marking the first-ever Nobel Prize win in literature in Korean history.To pay tribute to this remarkable writer, we have a lesson in this episode built around "The Vegetarian," for which she received the 2016 Man Booker International Prize, using a few elements from the book to have a Korean lesson.
Today, we’ll learn:
One way to form words that mean ideology and a person who believes in that ideology (semantics).A pattern to express one’s attempt or intention (syntax).Comparison between the original Korean titles of some of her books and their translated titles.All this is in tribute to Han Kang, for being the first Korean writer ever to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature!
Are we ready for our lesson then? Let’s get started!
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In this episode, we’ll explore how to talk about the Olympics in Korean, with a focus on key phrases, expressions, and vocabulary related to this global event. Along the way, you'll study/review Sino-Korean numbers and native Korean numbers, as well as learn to pronounce tricky phrases naturally, more like a native speaker :)Stay tuned until the end, where we’ll uncover how the term 효자—which means a pious, caring son—relates to the Olympics. Let's dive in to the lesson right away!
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In this episode, we dive into the essential Korean particles 부터, 에서, 까지, and (으)로. Whether you're navigating time, locations, or means, these particles are key to mastering Korean fluency.We'll break down each particle with explanations and examples, helping you understand when and how to use them in everyday conversation. Plus, Kay샘 will guide you through applying what you've learned in real-life scenarios, specifically in the context of dating and significant others :-)
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- - -Dive into the poetic depths of the Korean language with Episode 53 of the Essential Korean Podcast, where Kay샘 unravels the complexities of 'ㅆ을까'—a grammatical form that captures the poignant musings of past choices and the bittersweet tang of what might have been.
In this episode, we dissect a poignant scene from a movie, parsing the emotion behind 'ㅆ을까'. Then, we groove to the beat of Psy's song '어땠을까', unpacking the layers of retrospective longing woven into its lyrics. With grammar and practical language lessons, we’ll explore how this unique expression shapes narratives and conveys deep emotions in storytelling.
Join the discussion post-episode on our website essentialkorean.com under "EK Podcast Episode 53." Share your insights, engage with our supportive community, and become a part of our collaborative learning experience.
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In this episode, we explore unique Korean verbs that are associated with the preparation of traditional dishes such as kimchi 김치, jjigae 찌개, namul 나물, and more. This episode introduces the verbs in a fun and interactive way, using vivid imagery and repetition for a memorable learning experience. You'll not only learn how to converse about making these iconic dishes but also gain deeper insights into the culture surrounding them. Additionally, stay tuned till the end for an exciting update about our website. Let's get started! -
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In this episode, we'll cover one of the question words, which is long overdue because we had an episode, Episode 3, on basic questions such as 뭐예요 (what is it), 언제예요 (when is it), 어디예요 (where is it), 누구예요 (who is it), and 얼마예요 (how much is it). Yet, it's not until today’s episode, Episode 51, that we introduce the crucial question word for numbers, 몇!We'll delve into this important question word and learn how to use it by 1) discussing some key concepts and 2) practicing them with situational examples, set in a nice Korean barbecue restaurant!
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By the end of this episode, you'll be able to comprehend and use this question word 몇 with various classifiers and level up your Korean. You'll also hear a few cultural things to note regarding different types of meat. So, without further ado, let's get started! -
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In today’s episode, we’ll discuss 1) the difference between the Korean "you" and the English "you" and 2) how to address people you're talking to in Korean.
This is the topic many of you have requested, and I am very happy that I finally got to it and am sharing it with you.
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In today’s episode, we’ll start with a short review of the previous episode, where we learned to express the first person’s wants with one additional usage of the form. After that, we’ll get to a new lesson on how to tell what other people want to do in Korean and compare it with the way in which what ‘I’ or ‘we’ want is expressed in Korean. As today’s episode is the first episode of the new year, we’ll use a situational example very fitting for that– one of our life events that mark and signifies a new beginning: a wedding!
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In this episode, we will learn the pattern most frequently used in daily conversation to express what 'I' or 'we' wants in Korean. -
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In this episode, we will discuss speech styles and speech levels (again :), this tiime with a question from a student, based on a situation from the drama, 힘쎈 여자 도봉순 Strong Girl Bong-Soon.
Examining the speech styles and levels in different situations will help us experience the dynamics and emotions at play and help us get an intuitive feel of Korea's language and culture. Sounds interesting? - Let's get started! -
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In today's episode, we'll take a break from grammar-focused lessons for a more real-life situation-based lesson! We will learn:
1) a few very useful expressions you will hear in a cafe or eatery as a customer and
2) a few ways you can order drinks or food without worrying too much about grammar.
You will learn with situational examples and, today, practice with mini role-plays :)
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Welcome to Episode 45 of the Essential Korean Podcast! This episode marks the final installment in our three-part series on the Korean future tense. We’ll expand on what we’ve learned by combining sentences with future tense verbs into one cohesive sentence using the -고 conjunctive.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ How to combine multiple sentences with future tense verbs into one using the -고 conjunctive.
2️⃣ Practice forming sentences with the informal-polite future tense in Korean.
3️⃣ Explore a fun hypothetical question, designed to spark creativity and reinforce your understanding of the future tense.🎉 Why this episode is special:
We’ll bring the future tense to life with a creative hypothetical question! By the end of the episode, you’ll have the tools to create your own answers using future tense forms—and you’ll even hear Teacher Kay’s answer to the question. This is the perfect way to wrap up our future tense journey on a high note!👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay as she guides you step by step, provides real-life examples, and encourages you to create your own sentences. Don’t forget to share your answers to the hypothetical question in the comments!💬 Share in the comments: What was your answer to today’s hypothetical question? Let’s practice together!
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Welcome to Episode 44 of the Essential Korean Podcast! While we initially planned to continue with Part 3 of the Korean future tense, let’s take a little break today and enjoy some music—with a sprinkle of grammar lessons along the way! 🎵✨🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ The polite style (존댓말) future tense form in Korean.
2️⃣ The casual style (반말) future tense form in Korean.
3️⃣ How these forms are used naturally, with the help of two meaningful and uplifting songs!🎵 Featured Songs:
다 잘 될 거예요 (Everything Will Be Fine) by 윤딴딴 (Yoon Ddan Ddan, 2018)슈퍼스타 (Superstar) by the cast of Hospital Playlist (슬기로운 의사생활, "Wise Doctors' Life")✨ Why this episode is special:
Music is a fantastic way to internalize grammar and pronunciation! Through these two beloved songs, you’ll not only learn the future tense in both polite and casual styles but also enjoy some cultural gems that highlight the beauty of Korean life and language.👂 Sing & Practice Along!
Listen to the songs, repeat the phrases, and practice the future tense forms as they’re used in real-life lyrics. Enjoy the blend of music and language learning!💬 Share in the comments: Which song inspired you the most, and how did you practice your future tense forms with it?
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Welcome to Episode 43 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In today’s lesson, we’ll continue our journey with the future tense in Korean, taking a closer look at its nuanced usage in different contexts.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ Action verbs in the future tense: Understand the difference between using the future tense and present tense to describe future events.
2️⃣ Descriptive verbs in the future tense: Explore the different meanings of the future tense when applied to descriptive verbs.
3️⃣ Real-life application: See how these key points come alive in conversation through situational examples and a couple of personal anecdotes from Teacher Kay!✨ Why this episode is important:
The nuances of the future tense in Korean can be tricky but mastering these distinctions will allow you to express yourself with greater clarity and precision. This episode is packed with real-world examples to help you apply these concepts in your own conversations.👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay as she walks you through examples, provides cultural insights, and guides you through speaking practice. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the future tense in Korean and how to use it effectively.💬 Share in the comments: Which aspect of today’s lesson did you find most surprising or helpful? Let us know how you’re using the future tense in your practice!
#LearnKorean #KoreanFutureTense #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #KoreanGrammar #KoreanVerbs #ActionVsDescriptiveVerbs #KoreanLessons #KoreanForBeginners #KoreanPractice #LanguageLearning
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Welcome to Episode 42 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In today’s lesson, we’ll tackle an exciting new grammar point: the future tense form in Korean. By mastering this, you’ll complete your foundation in the three primary tenses—present, past, and future—setting you up for more dynamic conversations in Korean!🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ How to conjugate verbs into the future tense in Korean.
2️⃣ A step-by-step guide to conjugating irregular verbs in the future tense.
3️⃣ Practical examples to help you confidently talk about events and states of being in the future.✨ Why this episode matters:
By the end of this episode, you’ll be able to express yourself in all three primary tenses—present, past, and future! This milestone will allow you to describe events and plans in Korean, making your communication skills even more versatile and engaging.👂 Practice Along!
As always, Teacher Kay will guide you through clear explanations, situational examples, and speaking practice. Repeat after her and apply the lessons to your own sentences to solidify your understanding.💬 Share in the comments: What’s one sentence you created using the future tense after this episode? Let us know how you’re planning to use this new skill!
#LearnKorean #KoreanFutureTense #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #KoreanGrammar #KoreanConjugation #KoreanLessons #KoreanForBeginners #KoreanPractice #LanguageLearning #FutureTenseInKorean
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Welcome to Episode 41 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this episode, we’re taking your Korean speaking skills to the next level by combining natural, casual pronunciation with an approach to creating complex sentences.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ Revisit sentences from the previous episode: Learn how to pronounce the 고 conjunctive naturally in casual, conversational Korean. Practice speaking like a native with real-life examples.
2️⃣ Create complex sentences in Korean: Discover an easy and practical framework to start building more intricate sentences with confidence.✨ Special Tribute:
As a fun bonus, you’ll learn to say a special sentence inspired by the popular K-drama Extraordinary Attorney Woo! Fans of the show won’t want to miss this!👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay as she guides you step by step through pronunciation and sentence-building exercises. By the end, you’ll be speaking smoother, more natural Korean with complex sentences.💬 Share in the comments: What’s the most exciting sentence you created using the techniques from this episode?
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Welcome to Episode 40 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this milestone episode, we’ll combine everything you’ve learned from Episodes 37 and 38 on the 고 conjunctive and Episode 39 on the past tense to level up your Korean skills. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to describe multiple past events and states fluently using 고.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ How to use the 고 conjunctive to connect multiple actions or states in the past tense.
2️⃣ Situational examples to help you practice and apply these concepts in real-life contexts.
3️⃣ A beautiful featured song to reinforce the past tense theme while adding a touch of Korean culture!🎵 Featured Song:
Title: 꿀차 ("Honey Tea")Artist: 우효 (Oohyo)
Listen here! https://youtu.be/E1qX6vE4G6U
✨ Why this episode is special:
This lesson ties together all the key grammar points you’ve been mastering over the last few episodes, allowing you to create more complex sentences and express past events smoothly in Korean. It’s a perfect blend of review and progression!👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay’s step-by-step guidance, repeat the examples, and try creating your own sentences about past events. Active practice is the key to fluency!💬 Share in the comments: What’s one past event sentence you created using the 고 conjunctive after this lesson?
#LearnKorean #KoreanPastTense #고Conjunctive #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #KoreanGrammar #KoreanLessons #KoreanPractice #Oohyo #HoneyTea #KoreanForBeginners #KoreanLanguage #LanguageLearning
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Featured song:
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Music by : 우효 Oohyo
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Welcome to Episode 39 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this episode, we’ll explore how to form the past tense in Korean with a clear, step-by-step approach. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your understanding of Korean grammar, this episode is perfect for building your confidence in creating past tense sentences.🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ The general past tense form in Korean and how to conjugate verbs.
2️⃣ A variety of situational examples to demonstrate how past tense is used in real-life conversations.
3️⃣ Guidance and practice to help you form your own past tense sentences by the end of the episode.✨ Why this episode matters:
The ability to talk about past experiences is a key skill in any language. After this lesson, you’ll feel equipped to describe past actions, events, and experiences in Korean with ease!👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay’s step-by-step guidance and repeat the examples to solidify your understanding. By actively participating, you’ll find yourself mastering the past tense in no time.💬 Share in the comments: What’s the first past tense sentence you created after this episode? Let us know!
#LearnKorean #KoreanPastTense #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #KoreanGrammar #KoreanLessons #KoreanForBeginners #KoreanPractice #LanguageLearning #KoreanConjugation
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Welcome to Episode 38 of the Essential Korean Podcast! This episode is packed with valuable lessons and cultural treasures as we explore both Korean vocabulary and grammar, all while enjoying a timeless classic in Korean music.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ A mini-lesson on the very Korean word “아깝다”: Learn the nuanced meaning of this untranslatable word that expresses feelings of regret or something being too valuable to waste.
2️⃣ A deeper dive into the -고 conjunctive: Reinforce your understanding of the verb conjunctive -고, which connects verbs and actions to form smooth sentences.
🎵 Featured Song: 일상으로의 초대 Invitation To My Routine
Title: 일상으로의 초대 ("Invitation To My Routine")
Original Artist: 신해철 (Shin HaeChul) Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTkLBhd-hQ8
Cover Version 한승윤 & 서영주: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B0on2eDEN4
🎉 Why this episode is special:
Using this iconic song, you’ll see -고 in action, gaining both linguistic and cultural insight into Korean. Discover how music can make grammar learning not only effective but also enjoyable.
👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay as she breaks down examples, provides detailed explanations, and guides you through speaking practice. Don’t forget to repeat after her to solidify what you’ve learned!
💬 Share in the comments: What’s your favorite sentence using -고? And what did you think of the song?
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Featured Song : 일상으로의 초대 Invitation To My Routine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B0on2eDEN4 (한승윤 & 서영주)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTkLBhd-hQ8 (신해철) -
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Welcome to Episode 37 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this exciting lesson, we’ll take a significant step forward by introducing your very first verb conjunctive, the 고 conjunctive. Learning verb conjunctives is a game-changer for making your Korean flow naturally, and this episode will help you start connecting ideas and actions in sentences like a pro!
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ The function of the 고 conjunctive:
When added to a verb stem (VS), -고 means "and" while maintaining the present tense meaning of the verb.
2️⃣ How to use -고 to connect actions or ideas in a sentence.
3️⃣ Practical situational examples with everyday sentences to help you understand and use 고 in real-life contexts.
✨ Why this episode is important:
The 고 conjunctive is the first step in mastering verbal conjunctives, which will elevate your Korean from a novice level to more natural and fluid communication. Starting today, you’ll be able to connect multiple actions or ideas in a single sentence, making your Korean more efficient and conversational.
👂 Practice Along!
Teacher Kay will guide you through situational examples!
🎉 Take the Leap!
Learning verb conjunctives like -고 will open the door to more advanced expressions in Korean. Ready to take your Korean to the next level? Let’s get started!
💬 Share in the comments: Try making a sentence using -고 and let us know how it goes!
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