You're learning to speak Korean, and it's going well. Your confidence is growing! So much so that you feel ready to share your experiences on social media—in Korean. At Learn Korean, we make this easy for you to get it right the first time. Post like a boss with these phrases and guidelines, and get to practice your Korean in the process. 1. Talking about Your Restaurant Visit in Korean Eating out is fun, and often an experience you'd like to share. Take a pic, and start a conversation on social media in Korean. Your friend will be amazed by your language skills...and perhaps your taste in restaurants! Jae-Wu eats at a restaurant with his friends, posts an image of it, and leaves this comment: POST Let's break down Jae-Wu's... Show more

"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

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

In general, people are fascinated by body language. Body gestures are all about movements—whether they’re visible or subtle—made by people to deliver a specific message to the listener. Additionally, it helps us understand additional non-spoken messages by a sender. There are many benefits of learning Korean gestures and body language. Firstly, you’ll be able to communicate with locals more effectively. Secondly, you’ll be more likely to avoid miscommunication. And lastly, it’s fun to see the cultural differences and how some of these body gestures differ from those in your country, and so on. Therefore, we’ll introduce ten Korean hand gestures you should know here at KoreanClass101. Practice these common body gestures in Korea,... Show more

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