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I'm a university student who's also been teaching Korean to English speakers for 3 years. :)
I'm teaching Korean online as a side hustle to support pursuing my career as a professional interpreter, and I was wondering if you have any questions about Korea or Korean culture!
Teaching any language properly does require expertise, but I think I was able to teach a lot of students from the very beginning thanks to the fact that I can speak fluent English and have experience in translation and interpretation, which makes it easier for the student to understand things instinctively from an English-speaker's perspective.
Anywayy I'm just posting this because I'm free today. Feel free to ask me anything :)
Following up on the whiteboard photo I shared a while back! Last time, we talked about how to anchor a totally unfamiliar word to one we already know. This time, we tried a different approach to help learners build a mental map: we took a single word, broke it apart, and followed each syllable to see where it would lead.
Today’s starting point was 통탄 (痛歎), which roughly means "to bitterly lament." It’s made of two characters, and on our whiteboard, each syllable became a secret door to a new path of meanings.
Here is how the mind map breaks down:
The Left Path: '통' (Pain)
We dedicated the left side of our map to physical and mental pain, anchored by the syllable 통.
Vocabulary Building: We connected '통' to common words like 고통 (suffering) and 통증 (pain/ache).
Finding the Roots: From there, we drew lines to their pure-Korean foundational meanings: the noun 아픔 (pain) and the verb 아프다 (to hurt/be sick).
Physical Grounding: Finally, 통증 linked down to 증상 (symptom), categorizing the pain as a physical condition.
The Right Path: '탄' (Lament)
The right side explores emotions of unfairness and heavy sighs, anchored by 탄.
The 'Sigh' Words: We grouped together 탄식 (sigh/lament), 개탄 (deploring), and 한탄 (lamentation/grief).
The Pivot: Instead of stopping there, we used the other syllables in these words (식, 개, 한) to branch out into entirely new territories.
The Syllable Spin-Offs
This was the most interesting part of the map, showing how logically intertwined Korean vocabulary can be!
From '식' to Breathing: We took the '식' from 탄식 and connected it to 복식 (diaphragmatic) and 흉식 (chest). These linked to the pure-Korean words 배호흡 (belly breathing) and 가슴호흡 (chest breathing), ultimately leading us to the physical act of 숨쉬기 (breathing).
From '개' to Emotion: The '개' from 개탄 led us to 분개 (indignation/resentment), perfectly illustrating the emotional bridge between lamenting and feeling wronged.
The Grand Finale: The '한' from 한탄 (lament) and the '숨' from 숨쉬기 (breathing) converge at the very bottom of the board to create 한숨 (a sigh). The emotional lament and the physical breath merge into one perfect word!
It’s wild to see how emotion and physical action intertwine through common Hanja roots and native Korean syllables.
Have any of you tried mapping out vocabulary like this to help it stick? What word should we try dissecting next?
Hii. I live in Seoul and I would like to find a language exchange partner…. I’m not sure if this is the right group for this but it’s worth a try.
I attend a university for language studies and im in 3급. I’ve been learning Korean for a little over a year and am pretty conversational about daily things and can understand the context of things. But learning in a classroom talking with other foreigners is difficult because everyone’s accents (including mine) are not the best so it’s a bit hard to improve sounding natural. And 3급 is a bit more native level paced when it comes to speaking so… a tad difficult
I am from the U.S so I can also help with English :)
Anyway I’m in my mid 20’s and like good food, working out, taking pictures, drawing, shopping and pretty much all the girly things. I’m looking for language partner who would be down for cafe studies in either Mapo or Gangnam/Songpa area (depending on the time of day available)and is also in mid-late 20’s/early 30’s :)
Hi there! I'm new to Korean, a total beginner, and I just learned how to read and write 한글.
I'm looking for a textbook like Minna no Nihongo for total beginners in Japanese, but for Korean.
A textbook that has everything in it (dialogs, vocabulary, listening, reading, grammar, and writing) and allows you to self-study. With lots of drilling exercises to remember grammar once and for all.
Do you have any recommendations for some easy books in korean? I'm a beginner, i've been studying korean for one year, and it's easier for me to learn if i read. Thank you
Tired of textbook Korean? Learn through real conversations and content you enjoy 🇰🇷
Hi everyone! I’m Jane, a native Korean tutor living in New Zealand.
If traditional textbook lessons feel boring, or if you know some grammar but still can’t understand how Koreans actually speak, my lessons might be a good fit for you.
I teach complete beginners as well as learners who can read Hangul but struggle with listening and speaking. Lessons are one-on-one and personalized to your level, goals and interests.
You’ll still learn essential grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure, but we’ll practise them through situations and content that are actually relevant to you.
We can use:
• Practical situations such as cafés, restaurants, shopping, transport and travelling in Korea
• Short clips from K-dramas, interviews, anime or games
• king sejong institute text book for essential grammar
• Natural expressions that Koreans use in real conversations
Activities can include repeated listening, sentence dictation, breaking down fast speech, pronunciation and shadowing, making your own sentences and guided conversation practice.
I prepare personalized lesson materials, so you don’t need to purchase a textbook. However, I can also use a textbook as additional support.
Lessons are online through Preply, for 50 minutes. My current price is $17 USD per 50-minute lesson.
During the trial lesson, I’ll check your current level and goals, try a short activity with you and suggest a personalized plan for future lessons.
Lesson details
• Format: One-on-one online Korean lessons
• Platform: Preply Classroom
• Duration: 50 minutes
• Price: $17 USD per 50-minute lesson
• Levels: Complete beginner to advanced
• Materials: Personalized digital materials are provided. No textbook purchase is required.
• Questions: Please ask publicly in the comments rather than through DMs.
You can view my profile and book a trial lesson here:
I'm a native Korean speaker with 6+ years of teaching experience - working with students of all ages and levels, including elementary/middle school tutoring and academy teaching in Korea.
I'm offering two free live grammar sessions for beginners, each covering a different topic that a lot of learners get stuck on.
Session 1 — 은/는 vs 이/가
Wed, Sep 16 · 11 AM EDT
The difference between these two particles trips up almost every beginner. We'll go through real example sentences and clear up the confusion.
Works best if you can already read Hangul (even slowly).
손편지를 받고 싶어 하는 분을 선착순으로 모집했고, 총 4명의 멋진 '주인공'을 만날 수 있었습니다. 편지는 금방 썼습니다만 문제는 배송에 있었습니다. 저는 미국에 작은 우편물을 보내는 게 이렇게 힘든지 몰랐습니다.
편지를 보낼 때 위치 추적이 가능한 우편으로 보내기로 약속했고, 그냥 우체국에 가서 보내려고 했는데 생각보다 비싼 배송비에 놀랐습니다. 우선 그냥 편지만 쓴 게 아니라 작은 스티커, 엽서 등의 선물도 함께 봉투에 넣었는데 이게 문제였습니다. 현재 여러 나라에 배송 문제가 있고 특히 미국은 그 기준이 더 엄격했습니다. 4개의 편지 배송비에 100달러 정도가 필요했습니다.
이건 정말 예상하지 못했기 때문에 배송을 멈추고 다른 방법을 찾으려고 했습니다. 그러다 보니 일주일 동안 배송하지 못했습니다. 개인으로 보내는 것보다 사업자로 보내는 게 더 쉽다는 걸 알고 사업자 등록을 하다가.. 너무 많은 과정과 시간이 들어서 우선 4개의 편지는 빨리 보내야겠다고 생각했습니다.
편지를 신청해 주신 4명의 주인공들이 이 글을 읽을지는 모르겠지만, 정말 죄송합니다. 너무 늦었습니다. 내일 우체국에 가서 보낼 계획입니다. 그냥 처음부터 바로 보냈어야 했는데, 다른 방법을 찾다가 너무 늦어버렸습니다.
편지를 보낸다는 게 이렇게 어려울 줄은 몰랐습니다. 하지만 많은 것을 배웠습니다. 이곳에 한글 손글씨를 올리는 외국 분들보다 더 못 쓰는 것 같아서 약간 부끄럽기도 했지만, 오랜만에 쓰는 손편지에 설레기도 했습니다.
생각보다 많은 시간과 시행착오가 있었지만 손편지는 더 쓸 것이고 프로젝트도 더 진행할 생각입니다. 제 편지를 기다릴 4분께도 죄송합니다. 금방 보내드릴게요!
(Below is an English translation generated by AI for international readers)
Hi everyone,
I previously posted a thread here about sending handwritten Korean letters.
Through that post, I was fortunate to meet 4 wonderful "Protagonists" on a first-come, first-served basis.
Writing the letters didn't take long at all, but the real challenge was shipping. I honestly had no idea that sending a small piece of mail to the US could be so complicated.
Since I promised to send them via registered mail with tracking, I went straight to the post office. That was when I ran into my first obstacle: the shipping fees were much higher than expected. Along with the letter, I included small gifts like cute stickers and postcards in the envelope, which turned out to complicate things. Due to current international postal regulations—especially stricter rules for the US—sending these 4 letters was going to cost around $100 USD in total.
This was completely unexpected, so I paused the shipment to figure out a better way, which unfortunately delayed things for about a week. I looked into setting up a small business account, thinking it might simplify international shipping, but the process required too much time and documentation. Ultimately, I realized that getting these letters out to the recipients as soon as possible was what mattered most.
I'm not sure if the 4 Protagonists who signed up will read this post, but I am truly, deeply sorry for the delay. I should have just sent them out from day one instead of overthinking and looking for alternative methods. I plan to head straight to the post office tomorrow to get them on their way.
I never imagined that sending a simple letter could be this challenging, but I've learned so much through this process. To be honest, I felt a bit shy because my handwriting isn't even as neat as some of the non-native Korean learners here, but writing letters by hand after such a long time made my heart flutter.
Despite all the unexpected time and trial-and-error, I definitely plan to keep writing and continuing this project.
Once again, I sincerely apologize to the 4 waiting for my letters. They'll be on their way to you very soon!
If anyone is willing to receive just a handwritten letter (without extra gifts/stickers), even if tracking is not available, I’d love to send letters to about 3 more people! If you’re interested, please feel free to sign up via the link below, and I’ll write a letter from the heart for you.
KikiKorean is a new Korean-learning service built around a simple idea: instead of only studying Korean, read interesting stories in Korean and actually use the language to talk about them.
We’re currently in open beta, so I’m offering a generous free pilot program.
KikiKorean is operated by a registered business in South Korea, and I wanted to share all the details here as transparently as possible.
My background:
7+ years of experience teaching Korean
Fluent in English
Certified English & Japanese teacher in Korea
Korean lessons can be supported in English when necessary
How the lessons work
KikiKorean is designed mainly for beginner and lower-level Korean learners (especially A1–B1).
Pick up Korean as you read
Each story comes with learning tools designed to help you understand what you read, notice useful Korean, and gradually make it your own.
Word Aid for key vocabulary and expressions
Reading quizzes to check your understanding
Discussion prompts to help you think and speak in Korean
1:1 Zoom sessions based on what you read
Personalized feedback reports after every session
Our goal is to help you pick up Korean naturally through stories you actually want to keep reading.
Before each session, you read one of our stories and use the accompanying learning tools at your own pace.
Then we meet for a 30-minute 1:1 Zoom session and use that story as the basis for the lesson.
Depending on your needs, we can focus more on:
reading and pronunciation
vocabulary and comprehension
understanding Korean sentences naturally
talking about the story in Korean
expressing your own opinions and experiences
You also receive a written feedback report after every session.
There’s no separate textbook you need to buy. The stories and learning materials are provided through KikiKorean during open beta.
Why stories?
The long-term goal of KikiKorean is to create a large library of Korean graded readers that are actually enjoyable to read.
Instead of reading disconnected textbook dialogues just because they contain a grammar point, I want learners to follow characters, get curious about what happens next, and gradually pick up Korean through reading.
Because KikiKorean is still very new, the story library is currently limited. I want to be upfront about that.
We’re continuously writing and adding new stories, and the open beta is also helping us improve both the stories and the lesson format.
Open Beta — Free Sessions
Right now:
Foreign-language instructors working in Korea:
4 × 30-minute 1:1 Zoom sessions — FREE
International university students in Korea, including exchange students:
4 × 30-minute 1:1 Zoom sessions — FREE
hi! i’ve picked up korean after a couple years and came across a question. why is it “책이 여기에 있어요” and not “책은 여기에 있어요”? isn’t 은 for after a noun to indicate subject ?
what is the best way to learn korean. my main priority is to be able to learn how to speak it and understand it when i hear it. how long will it take to be able to have conversations?
Well I just finished page 44 of Sejong Korean Workbook 1 with my teacher and am still struggling with the different ways of pronouncing 의
I’m ok with 의사 and 의자 but then there is 문의, 엄마의 and 씌워요…. Which version to use, when? I know the rules now and that it’s just a matter of patience and practice, practice, practice. And I know there are English words that present similar problems eg the -ough family. But it is so frustrating!
And don’t get me started on my troubles pronouncing 귀여워요 ^^
Edit - thanks for the comments, sorry about my phrasing- the Workbook is quite clear about how the pronunciation changes in different positions, I was just expressing my frustration. And I know it is practice, practice, practice^^
im teaching myself, about 4 days of study in, and i’ve learned how to read and write (phonetically) and have started gathering some basic sentence structure. haven’t started conjugations, so that’s why nothing is conjugated.
As far as my handwriting goes, is there anything im doing glaringly wrong? I’m practicing a lot so i want to iron out little mistakes before i get too comfortable.
를 this syllable is sooo hard for me to write 😭
edit: one thing im unclear on are character ratios, and how on earth ㅎ is supposed to fit under anything
edit 2: looking at others handwriting, i’ve realized learning from a printed font has made my print very fonty
I'm trying to build a Korean study routine that I can actually stick to long-term, rather than studying for several hours one day and then doing almost nothing the next day. 😭
I'm curious about other learners:
How much Korean do you actually study in a normal day?
Do you study for a specific amount of time, or do you set goals like learning vocabulary, reviewing grammar, listening practice, etc.?
And what does your typical study session look like?
I'm trying to figure out what a realistic and sustainable Korean routine looks like for other learners. 📚
Hi! I’m a native Korean speaker, and I recently started making Korean listening podcasts for learners on YouTube.
Rather than teaching Hangul or grammar, I want to focus on natural Korean listening: real-life stories, everyday expressions, Korean culture, and casual conversations.
What topics would you genuinely enjoy listening to?
Everyday life in Korea
Personal stories and experiences
Korean culture and social habits
Casual banmal conversations
K-pop or K-dramas
Something else
Also, would you prefer slow and clear Korean, or natural-speed Korean with subtitles?
I’d really appreciate your honest feedback. Thank you!
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Focus: Improving speaking fluency and natural expressions
Structure: Daily life warm-up conversation + topic-based discussions
Materials: Custom vocabulary lists and discussion questions tailored to each topic
I highly recommend this class to students who want plenty of practice speaking naturally and confidently.
2. Structured Korean Lessons ($18 / 1hr)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Focus: Building a strong foundation in grammar, reading, and speaking
Structure: Learning new grammar points + quizzes and sentence-building practice
Materials: 세종학당 한국어
This class is perfect for students who want to learn Korean in a systematic and organized way.
3. Hangul Class ($13 / 1hr)
Level: Complete Beginners
Focus: Building confidence in reading Hangul
Structure: Step-by-step learning of vowels, consonants, and final consonants (받침)
Materials: Custom materials created by the tutor
With just 2–3 lessons, you will be able to read Hangul confidently!
4. Free Speaking Class ($12 / 1hr)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Focus: Spontaneous speaking and natural expression
Structure: Relaxed warm-up conversation + completely free-flowing discussion
Materials: None
This class is great for students who simply want to speak comfortably and practice a lot.
I also offer an affordable Trial Lesson ($7 / 45 mins), so please feel free to book or text me if you're interested 😊
Hello. I am just a typical korean company worker.
Cut to the chase, about 3~4weeks ago. I put up a post.
It was about my website 'Kroot' that i am currently building. I got a lot of feedback at that time, Thank you so much.
And I realized if i dont share my service, It is impossible for people to know it exists.
So,, please understand me
I wanted to create an app that has different functions but very useful than other korean survices My ultimate goal is to make korean learners feel more comfortable and fun to study.
Let me just very quickly introduce key functions of my Kroot.
There are many contents inside. But Let me show you only 2.
Pronunciation
You can check your pronunciation. And It is like a game
Writing
Assemble right words and make it right
It is not complete. There might be a few bugs, I will fix it all.
But if you give me feedback, I am confident to make it much useful.
So I would really appriciate if you give me feedback (The box in the main page of kroot)
5 Languages served : Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, English(main)
Hi everyone! I’m Hyunku, a Korean teacher with 7+ years of teaching experience and more than 6,000 online lessons with learners from around the world.
I built TodayKorean because I wanted to create the kind of structured beginner course I’ve found many students need: not just grammar explanations, but sentence building and guided practice.
I’m currently offering the first 50 students the complete A1 course for $49 instead of $149.
It includes:
• 26 lessons / 10+ hours
• Complete Hangul course
• A1 digital textbook
• Interactive sentence practice
• 1-year access
This is a one-time early-student offer while I get the course into the hands of more learners and gather feedback from real learners.
