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Here’s a continuation of some of the must-know Konglish terms! Remember, Konglish might sound like English terms, but its meaning in the Korean context can be entirely different. Therefore, all Korean language learners should familiarize themselves with these words for smoother communication (and sound more like native speakers)! 1. “오바” (o-ba) A Korean pronunciation…
Have you ever heard English-sounding words in a Korean conversation, only to find out that the meaning of the word is nothing like the original meaning in English? Welcome to Korea’s unique language feature: Korean English, also known as Konglish. As shared in one of our earlier articles, Korean is more frequently categorised as…
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Winter in Korea has its own charm, and many winter activities go beyond the typical tourist checklist. Here are some uniquely Korean ways to enjoy this season if you are visiting in the next 2 months! 1. Catch the first snow The first snow in Korea is a very special moment. The world seems…
Here at Sejong Korean Language School, we offer school merchandise that’s culturally significant, functional, and of high quality, to support you on your Korean language learning journey! All listed prices are before prevailing GST. Scroll down the page to check out our awesome merchandise! You can make your purchase at our Tanjong Pagar…
If you have watched any Korean content, the terms 빨리빨리 (ppalli-ppalli) and 눈치 (nunchi) may not be all that unfamiliar. Ppalli-ppalli directly translates to “quickly, quickly”, while nunchi can be understood simply as tact, social awareness, or just the ability to read a situation. From spamming the close door button in the elevator to knowing…
Since we’ve shared some family-friendly places to chill and hang out in the last article, let’s let loose and have fun in the next ones! 3. Norae Bang (노래방) No exploration of Korean “room culture” is complete without the noraebang, the karaoke room! It’s where Koreans go to sing their hearts out at any…
If you have spent any time in Korea, you probably noticed that many shops and spaces end with the word bang (방), which literally means “room.” These aren’t just rooms in the literal sense, but immersive spaces that can have you easily spend a whole day in without realising. These spaces reflect a unique…
The photo here is a capsule machine shop located in Hongdae, Seoul. With 1,000 won (approximately 1 SGD), you can get a capsule with a fortune reading. What’s unique about this is that there are a total of 16 capsule machines, each with its own MBTI which can you purchase based on your personality type!…
If you’ve ever found yourself spiralling down the rabbit hole of K-Pop videos on YouTube, you already know that Korea doesn’t play around when it comes to concerts. But attending a live concert in Korea—especially for a major idol group—is a whole different level of cultural experience. Whether it’s the sea of synchronized lightsticks or…
