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15 Korean Superstitions- the Good, Bad, and Funny

15 Korean Superstitions- the Good, Bad, and Funny

Superstitions are a really unique part of a culture. They can be tied to history, folklore, mythology, or just wordplay! If you’re going to/living in Korea or just meeting Korean friends learning about Korean superstitions can help you avoid making awkward mistakes or offending people. Also, it helps you connect with people more and integrate yourself into the community. So here are some popular Korean superstitions from the lucky, unlucky and strange/funny!

By Pam, ago

Korean Gardening Vocabulary List

If gardening is also a hobby you like this Korean gardening vocabulary can help you. The best way to practice is to use Korean for something you enjoy, like talking about your flowers and plants! So with that, I’ll get into some general gardening terms and vocab, plus some common things people grow.

By Pam, ago
Korean Gardening Vocabulary List
Korean Tongue Twister Games!

15 Korean Tongue Twister Games

Want to test your Korean speaking abilities? or just learn something to show off and impress people a bit? Saying a Korean tongue twister is a fun way to test out your Korean and take it lightheartedly because even native speakers mess up with these so it’s okay if you misspeak or stumble through it a bit!

By Pam, ago

Top Beginner Korean Mistakes!

When you are just starting out there are a lot of different beginner Korean mistakes that can catch you! Some of these mistakes can limit your learning and slow you down or make it harder and others can make it hard for you to communicate in Korean clearly. 

By Pam, ago
Top Beginner Korean Mistakes!

Vocabulary for Clothes in Korean

Let’s get into some quick vocab rundown of clothes in Korean. I’ll go through it all “머리부터 발끝까지” head to toe! Also with some terms and verbs to describe clothes, and sentences to tie it all together and help you start putting together some yourself.

By Pam, ago
Vocabulary for Clothes in Korean
Using Podcasts to Learn Korean

Using Podcasts to Learn Korean!

Podcasts can make a great resource for learning Korean and practicing your listening no matter what level you are at! Using podcasts to learn Korean is a great option because you can do it while doing chores, menial tasks, on the bus or train, or in many other situations.

By Pam, ago

Weather Vocab in Korean

I’ve mentioned the 4 seasons and broken down the traditional Korean seasonal calendar but have yet to talk about weather vocab in Korean! Learning how to talk about the weather helps you advance within regular conversation, and talking about daily life with Koreans so it’s important to at least learn the basics.

By Pam, ago
Weather Vocab in Korean