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10 Reasons to visit South Korea

Click here to discover 30 travel phrases you should know! For many Korean learners, traveling to South Korea is the main source of motivation. So, why not give you some other motivations for going to this country? Here our 10 reasons why you should visit South Korea! 1. Eat authentic Korean Barbecue 2. The cafe culture Cafes and little bakeries are everywhere in South Korea. They are meeting spots and people will stay there over coffee for hours before going elsewhere. The themed cafes are not to be missed as well! 3. Cherry Blossoms Just like its neighboring country Japan, Korea is also a country with natural beauty during the spring. There are many cherry festivals where you can enjoy strolling around and... Show more

The Top 10 Korean Words & Phrases For Going On A Date

Hey Listeners! Summer is here and love is in the air! But are you going to be able to go on that date with that special someone... who only speaks Korean?! Step up your game with our Top 10 Korean words and phrases for going on a date! And don't forget to sign up for a FREE (Yes, it's a FREE account) lifetime account at KoreanClass101.com to further your skills even more! 1. I love you. 사랑해요. (Saranghaeyo.) 2. You're so beautiful. 정말 아름다우세요. (Jeongmal areumdauseyo.) 3. Rose 장미 (jangmi) Click Here To Sign Up For A FREE Lifetime Account & Start Learning Korean In Minutes! 4. Kiss 키스 (kiseu) 5. I think of you as more than a friend. 나는 너를 친구 이상으로 생각해. (Naneun neoreul chingu isangeuro saenggakae.) ... Show more

The Top 5 K-Pop Songs To Learn Korean!

Can you learn a language just by listening to music? Probably not. However, while it would be illogical to rely solely on music to learn a language, it can definitely help! This is true for learning Korean. Here are a few reasons why music CAN help you learn Korean: Click Here To Start Learning Korean Today! 1. Music can help you remember! Ever had a song stuck in your head? Music stimulates memorization naturally. So while you’re singing your favorite Korean pop song every night before bed, you’ll be working on your language skills at the same time! How’s that for practicing Korean? 2. Practice on the go! With modern technology, you can listen to music anywhere. The convenience of music is what makes it the perfect way... Show more

Did you know 학용품 (hagyongpum) means ‘school supplies’ in Korean?

학용품 (hagyongpum) means 'school supplies' in Korean. Here are some words picked by Jae: 지우개 - eraser 공책 - notebook 책가방 - backpack Learn more words about school supplies! Click here and learn more with Jae! P.S. Get Your Daily Dose of Korean with 1-Minute Mini-Lessons The Daily Dose of Korean is a Calendar that gives you new, 1-minute lessons every day. Why? Because learning a little every day is easy, strengthens your habits and motivation and you improve your Korean over time. Lessons range from culture and holidays to grammar, slang, phrases and more. Find it in the Korean Resources menu or in the Quick Links menu on your Dashboard. Click here to check out the Daily Dose of Korean Calendar.

6 Reasons to Learn a Language Before You Travel

There are plenty of destinations where you can get by with English, but sometimes you want to do better than just ‘get by’. Here are 6 reasons you should learn the basics of the language of your next trip destination. 1. You will be able to discover your destination better than other tourists. Getting by is one thing, but actually experiencing a trip abroad is quite another. No amount of guidebooks and online research can compensate for a basic lack of language ability. Speaking the language of your destination permits you to explore that destination beyond the regular tourist traps. Your language skills will not only allow you to dig into all the hidden gems of your destination, but they will also allow you to mingle with the... Show more