Beginner Lessons

How to Say “Father” or “Dad” in Korean

Are you a gyopo overseas wanting to connect with your Korean father? Or are you learning the language and want to talk about your family to Korean speakers? We explain the most common words for "dad" or "father" here.
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Korean Age: What Is “How Old Are You” In Korean?

Wondering how to ask someone how old they are in Korean, or how to respond when someone asks you for your age? We explain everything you need to know about Korean age here.
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Oppa, Hyung, Noona, Unnie, Sunbae and Hoobae: Relationship Terms In Korean

Confused about what oppa, hyung, noona, unnie, sunbae and hoobae mean in Korean and when to use them or who to use them to? We explain all here.
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Korean “Aegyo”: Being Cute in Korea

If you've ever watched Korean dramas, variety shows, or followed K-pop, you've likely encountered the phenomenon of 애교 (aegyo). Find out what it is, how it's used, and how you can use it yourself.
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Learn Korean Through Nursery Rhymes & Children’s Songs

Learning Korean through children's nursery rhymes and songs can be very fun. Learn the lyrics and translations for songs like The Three Bears here.
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Korean Counters: A Comprehensive Guide

Using Korean counters with numbers is an essential skill for beginners. There are many counter words, the most common of which we explain here.
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How to Say “For You” in Korean: A Simple Guide

Find out how to say "for you" in Korean. Perfect for surprising your loved ones with gifts or telling someone what you've done for them!
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Korean Marking Particles: A Comprehensive Guide

Find out how to use common Korean marking particles to add structure to your sentences. In this blog, we cover 이/가, 은/는, 을/를, 의, 에, 에서 and 까지.
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How to Say “Korean is Difficult” in Korean

Being able to express your frustrations with a new language is important. In this article, we explain how you can say "Korean is difficult" in Korean.
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How to Say “Please” in Korean

There are many ways to say "please" in Korean. Which you should use depends on the context and what you're asking for. Find out how to ask for help, how to request something, how to plead with someone and how to ask for something formally.
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