KoreanClass101.com Blog
Learn Korean with Free Daily
Audio and Video Lessons!
Start Your Free Trial 6 FREE Features

Archive for the 'Korean Culture' Category

11 Ways to Say “I am Sorry” in Korean

"How can I say sorry in Korean?" you may be asking. "Sorry" is one of the first words that language learners come across when starting out. It's a practical word because you can use it in many situations. There are many different ways to say sorry in English, such as "I am sorry," "I apologize," and so on, and the same is true for Korean. Some Korean apologies are formal and some are slang words, and sometimes words are only used in a specific situation. "Sorry" in learning Korean is just as essential as it is in any other language. In this blog, we’re going to introduce eleven ways to say "I am sorry" in Korean, and when to use an expression appropriately. There are many words for sorry in Korean vocabulary, as well as many common... Show more

Hangul Proclamation Day: Writing Korean Made Easy

The creation of the Hangul language in 1446 may be one of the most important and influential events in Korea’s history. This new way of writing down the Korean language greatly improved Koreans’ access to writing, as it was made to be much simpler and easier to learn. In this article, you’ll learn all about Korean Hangul Proclamation Day (sometimes spelled Hangeul Proclamation Day), including traditions and what exactly makes the Hangul language so easy. This South Korean holiday is a clear reflection of language progress, and learning about it will give a deeper look into South Korea’s history and current culture. Let’s get started and cover the basics of Hangeul Proclamation Day in South Korea. At KoreanClass101.com, we hope to... Show more

Chuseok: How to Celebrate Korean Thanksgiving Day

Today, we will discuss one of the most important Korean holidays in Korea--Chuseok, or the Korean version of Thanksgiving. We will be offering detailed information about what you are expected to do during the holidays, as well as the activities that take place during the holidays. Chuseok Holiday: What is Chuseok and When Is It? Korean Traditional Holiday: History of Chuseok Chuseok Activities: Are There Any Korean Traditional Games? Traditional Chuseok Foods: What do you eat on Chuseok? Chuseok Greetings: Phrases You Need to Know Activities for Foreigners During Chuseok How KoreanClass101 Can Help You 1. Chuseok Holiday: What is Chuseok and When Is It? 1- What is Chuseok and What Do You Do... Show more

Gwangbokjeol: Celebrating Independence Day in Korea

The National Liberation Day of Korea celebrates the Korean liberation from Japan, and commemorates those who sacrificed to attain this freedom. This Korean liberation took effect only after many years of struggle and oppressive living conditions, making this newfound freedom that much sweeter. Learn more about Korean Liberation Day with KoreanClass101.com, and gain insight into Korea’s history and how it shapes its culture today. We hope to make this lesson both fun and informative! 1. What is Korean Liberation Day? On this day, Japan surrendered to the Allied Forces in World War II. At the same time, the Korean Peninsula was also freed from the domination of Japan. On Liberation Day, Koreans celebrate the granting of their... Show more

Jeheonjeol: South Korean Constitution Day

Are you good at abiding by the law? Laws are rules that were made so that people can live together peacefully, right? In 1948, South Korea created the first constitution. And they made Constitution Day to celebrate its founding. The creation of the South Korea constitution is one of the most significant events in the country’s history, and learning about it is a huge step forward in your Korean studies. At KoreanClass101.com, we hope to make this learning adventure both fun and informative! 1. What is South Korean Constitution Day? On Constitution Day, South Korea remembers and celebrates the creation of the Constitution of the Republic of Korea. On this important holiday, many activities take place, most of which are... Show more