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🟢 Top 20 Everyday Adjectives | Beginner Level (TOPIK 1–2) Do you want to describe things in Korean but only know a few words like ‘big’ or ‘small’? Adjectives are essential for describing people, places, and feelings in everyday life. In this lesson, you’ll learn 20 basic Korean adjectives with meanings and example sentences, perfect for beginners preparing for TOPIK 1–2 or daily conversations. 📚 Table of Contents Top 20 Adjectives with Meanings Example Sentences Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 Top 20 Adjectives with Meanings 1. 크다 (keu-da) – Big 2. 작다 (jak-da) – Small 3. 길다 (gil-da) – Long 4. 짧다 (jjalb-da) – Short 5. 빠르다 (ppa-reu-da) – Fast 6. 느리다 (neu-ri-da) – Slow 7. 많다 (man-ta) – Many / A lot 8. 적다 (jeok-da) – Few / Little 9. 좋다 (joh-da) – Good 10. 나쁘다 (na-ppeu-da) – Bad 11. 새롭다 (sae-rop-da) – New 12. 오래되다 (o-rae-dwe-da) ...

📜 Reading Contracts and Policies | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6) Can you confidently understand a Korean rental contract or company policy without missing key details? At the advanced level, reading contracts and policies in Korean requires not only vocabulary mastery but also understanding legal and cultural nuances. This guide introduces key terms, example clauses, and strategies to help TOPIK 5–6 learners analyze real documents effectively. 📚 Table of Contents Key Features of Korean Contracts and Policies Essential Legal Vocabulary and Clauses Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 Key Features of Korean Contracts and Policies 한국의 계약서와 정책 문서는 법적 구속력이 있으며, 문장 구조가 길고 복잡한 경향이 있습니다. Korean contracts and policy documents carry legal force and tend to have long, complex sentence structures. 계약서에는 계약 당사자의 권리와 의무, 계약 기간, 위약금, 분쟁 해결 방법 등이 포함됩니다. They outline the rights and obligations of ...

  🖼️ Cultural Criticism and Interpretation | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6) Why do works like Han Kang’s novels or the film “Parasite” resonate so deeply with global audiences? Korean literature and cinema have gained remarkable international recognition in recent years, offering profound critiques of history and society. This article explores how cultural criticism interprets these works, focusing on Nobel Prize–winning author Han Kang and the Oscar-winning film “Parasite.” 📚 Table of Contents Han Kang’s Nobel Prize and Social Context Parasite and Modern Class Criticism Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 Han Kang’s Nobel Prize and Social Context 한강 작가는 2024년 노벨문학상을 수상하며 한국 문학의 세계적 위상을 새롭게 열었습니다. Han Kang won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2024, elevating the global status of Korean literature. 그녀의 대표작 채식주의자 는 개인의 선택과 사회적 규범의 충돌, 폭력과 순응의 문제를 다루며 인간 존재의 본질을 성찰하게 합니다. Her notab...

🟠 Job Interviews: Common Questions & Answers | Intermediate Level (TOPIK 3–4) Are you ready to impress in a Korean job interview? Interviews in Korea often include predictable questions, but cultural expectations can make them tricky. This guide provides common questions, answers, and tips tailored for intermediate learners (TOPIK 3–4) to help you prepare with confidence. 📚 Table of Contents Common Korean Interview Questions Model Answers with Explanations Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 Common Korean Interview Questions 1. 자기소개를 해 주세요. Please introduce yourself. 2. 우리 회사에 지원한 이유는 무엇입니까? Why did you apply to our company? 3. 본인의 장점과 단점은 무엇입니까? What are your strengths and weaknesses? 4. 5년 후 본인의 모습을 어떻게 상상합니까? Where do you see yourself in five years? 5. 이전 직장에서 가장 기억에 남는 성과는 무엇이었습니까? What was your most memorable achievement in your previo...

Understanding Korean Politics (Neutral Tone) | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6) Did you know that after the December 2024 impeachment, South Korea’s voter turnout was one of the highest among democracies worldwide? South Korean politics is shaped by active civic participation, frequent public debates, and unique historical experiences. This post explains the country’s political structure, high voter engagement, and ongoing challenges of polarization — all presented in a neutral tone for advanced Korean learners. 📚 Table of Contents Post-2024 Impeachment Election and Voter Engagement Political Polarization and Social Challenges Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 Post-2024 Impeachment Election and Voter Engagement 2024년 12월, 대통령 탄핵 이후 치러진 조기 대선에서 투표율은 약 79%에 달해, 이전 선거(77%)보다도 높았습니다. In December 2024, after the presidential impeachment, the special election saw about 79% voter turnout, even highe...

Using 사자성어 (4-character idioms) | Advanced Level (TOPIK 5–6) Do you know that mastering 사자성어 can make your Korean sound truly sophisticated? These four-character idioms, rooted in Chinese classics, are frequently used in Korean news headlines, literature, and even business contexts. In this post, I’ll share essential 사자성어, explain their meanings, and show you how to use them naturally in daily and academic settings — knowledge that will definitely help in TOPIK 5–6 preparation and advanced conversations. 📚 Table of Contents What are 사자성어? Essential 사자성어 with Meanings Practice Dialogue Did You Know? Final Thoughts 💡 What are 사자성어? 사자성어 (四字成語) literally means “four-character idioms.” They originated from classical Chinese but are deeply embedded in Korean language and culture. These idioms encapsulate wisdom, moral lessons, or vivid descriptions in just four syllables, often use...