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💼 How to Talk About Jobs in Korean: Essential Beginner Phrases – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

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How to Talk About Jobs in Korean: Essential Beginner Phrases | Beginner Korean (TOPIK 1–2) Do you know how to ask someone about their job in Korean? This lesson introduces simple phrases to talk about occupations, ask about someone’s work, and answer politely—perfect for beginner learners traveling, studying, or living in Korea. 📚 Table of Contents Basic Job Vocabulary How to Ask About Jobs How to Answer Politely Example Sentences Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 📝 Basic Job Vocabulary 학생 (hak-saeng) – student 회사원 (hoe-sa-won) – office worker 선생님 (seon-saeng-nim) – teacher 의사 (ui-sa) – doctor 간호사 (gan-ho-sa) – nurse 요리사 (yo-ri-sa) – chef 경찰관 (gyeong-chal-gwan) – police officer 운전기사 (un-jeon-gi-sa) – driver 자영업자 (ja-yeong-eop-ja) – self-employed 프리랜서 (peu-ri-raen-seo) – freelancer Tip: Add “입니다” (am/is/are) for polite introductions: “저는 학생입니다.” (I am a student.) ❓ How to Ask About...

🙏 Say It Politely! Must-Know Korean Expressions for Beginners – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

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Want to sound kind and respectful when speaking Korean? Learn these polite expressions to make a great impression and build real connections in Korea! 🌏 🤝 Why Politeness Matters in Korean 💬 Essential Polite Expressions 🙇 Honorific Basics for Beginners 📚 Example Sentences 🎭 Practice Dialogue 💡 Did You Know? 💬 Final Thoughts 🔗 Related Posts 🤝 Why Politeness Matters in Korean Korean is a language deeply rooted in respect and social hierarchy. Using polite expressions isn’t just good manners—it’s a basic part of communication. Even beginners are expected to speak politely with strangers, teachers, and elders. 💬 Essential Polite Expressions 안녕하세요 – annyeonghaseyo – Hello 감사합니다 – gamsahamnida – Thank you 죄송합니다 – joesonghamnida – I’m sorry 괜찮아요 – gwaenchana-yo – It’s okay / I’m fine 실례합니다 – sillyehamnida – Excuse me 잠시만요 – jamsimanyo – Just a moment 🙇 Honorific Basics for Beginners Here are common honorific ma...

🍱 Talking About Food You Like – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

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Love Korean food? 🥘 Learn how to talk about your favorite dishes in Korean using simple and fun expressions! 🍙 Useful Food Vocabulary 🗣 Talking About Likes and Dislikes 🍜 Example Sentences 🎭 Practice Dialogue 💡 Did You Know? 💬 Final Thoughts 🔗 Related Posts 🍙 Useful Food Vocabulary 김치 – gimchi – kimchi 불고기 – bulgogi – marinated beef 비빔밥 – bibimbap – mixed rice with vegetables 삼겹살 – samgyeopsal – grilled pork belly 라면 – ramyeon – instant noodles 과일 – gwail – fruit 아이스크림 – aiseukeurim – ice cream 🗣 Talking About Likes and Dislikes To say you like something, use 좋아해요 (joahaeyo) . 저는 불고기를 좋아해요. jeoneun bulgogireul joahaeyo I like bulgogi. To say you don’t like something, use 안 좋아해요 (an joahaeyo) . 저는 매운 음식을 안 좋아해요. jeoneun maeun eumsigeul an joahaeyo I don’t like spicy food. You can also say something is delicious: 맛있어요 (masisseoyo) 이 비빔밥은 정말 맛있어요! i bibimbapeun jeongmal masis...

📦 Using 있다 and 없다 – Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2)

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Want to say what you have or don’t have in Korean? Let’s learn how to use “있다” and “없다” the easy way! 🎯 💬 What Does 있다 / 없다 Mean? 📌 How to Use 있다 ❌ How to Use 없다 🔄 Common Sentence Patterns 🗣 Practice Dialogue 💡 Did You Know? 💬 Final Thoughts 🔗 Related Posts 💬 What Does 있다 / 없다 Mean? In Korean, 있다 means “to have” or “there is,” and 없다 means “to not have” or “there isn’t.” They are basic and essential for everyday conversations! 🌱 📌 How to Use 있다 Use 있다 to say something exists or you have something: 책이 있어요. chaegi isseoyo I have a book / There is a book. 시간이 있어요. sigani isseoyo I have time. Structure: [noun] + 이/가 있어요 ❌ How to Use 없다 Use 없다 to say something doesn't exist or you don’t have something: 돈이 없어요. doni eopseoyo I don’t have money. 숙제가 없어요. sukjega eopseoyo I don’t have homework. Structure: [noun] + 이/가 없어요 🔄 Common Sentence Patterns 형이 있어요....

🙋‍♀️ Introducing Yourself in Korean (with Examples)

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  Say More Than “Hello” in Korean Introducing yourself is one of the most important things to learn when starting a new language. In Korean, self-introductions are short, polite, and follow a clear pattern. Let’s break it down step by step! 📝 Basic Structure of a Self-Introduction Most Korean introductions follow this pattern: “안녕하세요. 제 이름은 ___입니다. 만나서 반갑습니다.” Hello. My name is ___. Nice to meet you. Let’s learn the key parts! 👤 Saying Your Name Korean            Romanization           Meaning 제 이름은 ___입니다.           je ireumeun ___ imnida           My name is ___ (formal) 저는 ___이에요/예요.           jeoneun ___ ieyo/yeyo           I’m ___ (polite) 🔹 Use 이에요 after a consonant (ex. 저는 마이클이에요.) 🔹 Use 예요 after a vowel (ex. 저는 에이미예요.) 🌍 Saying Where You’re From Korean           Romanization ...

⏰ Korean Phrases for Talking About Time

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  Learn to Ask and Tell Time Like a Native ⏳ Time is everywhere — whether you're meeting a friend, catching a train, or scheduling a class. In this guide, you'll learn the essential Korean phrases for telling and asking about time. Mastering these expressions will help you manage your day confidently in Korea! 🇰🇷 🕒 Basic Time Expressions Korean Pronunciation English 몇 시예요? myeot shi-ye-yo? What time is it? 지금 몇 시예요? ji-geum myeot shi-ye-yo? What time is it now? 오전 10시예요. o-jeon yeol shi-ye-yo It’s 10 a.m. 오후 3시예요. o-hu sam shi-ye-yo It’s 3 p.m. 정각이에요. jeong-gak-i-e-yo It’s exactly on the hour. 약속이 있어요. yak-ssok-i i-sseo-yo I have an appointment. 시간이 없어요. shi-gan-i eop-sseo-yo I don’t have time. 시간이 있어요. shi-gan-i i-sseo-yo I have time. ✅ Example Sentence 지금 몇 시예요? Ji-geum myeot shi-ye-yo? What time is it now? 📆 Talking About Days and Dates Korean Pronunciation English 오늘 o-neul today 내일 nae-il tomorrow 어제 eo-je yesterday 이번 주 i-beon ju this week 다음 주 da-eum ju ne...