Day 26: Making Comparisons in Korean – How to Compare People, Objects, and Situations Welcome to Day 26 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’ll focus on how to make comparisons in Korean. Making comparisons is an important part of any language, especially when you want to highlight the differences or similarities between two or more things. In Korean, there are specific structures and words used to compare people , objects , and situations . By the end of today’s lesson, you’ll be able to make comparisons between things, talk about which one is better , bigger , or more interesting , and explain your preferences in Korean. 1. Basic Structure for Making Comparisons In Korean, the general structure for comparisons is as follows: [Noun 1] + (이/가) + [Adjective] + (보다) + [Noun 2] This structure translates to "Noun 1 is [adjective] than Noun 2." You can use 보다 (boda) to indicate "than" or to make a direct comparison. Examples : 이 책이 그 책보다 좋아요. (I chae...

Day 24: Understanding Honorifics and Formal Speech in Korean Welcome to Day 24 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’re going to focus on honorifics and formal speech in Korean. Korean has a complex system of politeness levels, and understanding honorifics and how to speak formally is essential for making a good impression, especially when talking to people you don’t know well or people who are older than you. Korean culture places a strong emphasis on respect , and speaking politely is a sign of good manners. By the end of today’s lesson, you’ll understand when and how to use formal speech and honorifics , and you’ll be able to speak politely in various situations. 1. What Are Honorifics in Korean? (존댓말이란 무엇인가요?) In Korean, honorifics are special words, particles, and verb endings used to show respect. Honorifics are used to address people who are older , higher in status , or when you want to show politeness . Korean has two main types of speech: 존댓말 (jondaetmal) ...

 Day 23: Talking About the Future – How to Use the Future Tense in Korean Welcome to Day 23 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’ll focus on how to talk about the future and express future actions in Korean. Now that you’ve learned how to use the present tense and past tense , it’s time to tackle how to express what you will do in the future. Being able to talk about your plans , intentions , and predictions is an important skill for having complete conversations in Korean. By the end of today’s lesson, you’ll be able to confidently use the future tense in Korean to describe things that will happen in the future. 1. Forming the Future Tense in Korean In Korean, the future tense is typically formed by adding -ㄹ 거예요 (-l geoyeyo) or -을 거예요 (-eul geoyeyo) to the verb stem. The choice between the two depends on the final vowel of the verb stem. -ㄹ 거예요 (-l geoyeyo) is used after verb stems that end in a vowel (except for -하다 ). -을 거예요 (-eul geoyeyo) is used a...

 Day 22: Talking About Past Experiences in Korean – Learn How to Use the Past Tense Welcome to Day 22 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’ll focus on how to talk about past experiences and how to use the past tense in Korean. Being able to talk about what you did in the past is a crucial part of conversations in any language. Whether you’re sharing a story, talking about something you did yesterday, or recalling a past event, knowing how to conjugate verbs in the past tense will allow you to communicate more effectively in Korean. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to describe past actions, express what you’ve done, and start engaging in past-tense conversations . 1. The Basics of Past Tense in Korean In Korean, the past tense is relatively easy to form because the conjugation is based on the verb stem . To conjugate a verb in the past tense, you typically add -았어요 (-asseoyo) or -었어요 (-eosseoyo) to the verb stem, depending on the vowel at the end of the ver...

 Day 21: Talking About Hobbies and Interests in Korean Welcome to Day 21 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’ll be learning how to talk about your hobbies and interests in Korean. Being able to talk about what you like to do in your free time is an important part of building conversations. Whether you enjoy sports, music, or reading, knowing how to express your hobbies and interests will help you engage more meaningfully with others in Korean. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to talk about your favorite activities, explain what you enjoy, and ask others about their hobbies too! 1. Basic Structure for Talking About Hobbies The basic sentence structure for talking about hobbies and interests in Korean is: [Subject] + [Object] + 좋아하다 (joahada) – To like [object]. Example : 저는 운동을 좋아해요. (Jeoneun undongeul joahaeyo.) – I like exercising. Example : 그녀는 음악을 좋아해요. (Geunyeoneun eumageul joahaeyo.) – She likes music. When talking about hobbies, we often u...

 Day 20: Giving Directions in Korean – How to Explain Locations and Paths Welcome to Day 20 of your Korean language journey! Today, we’re going to learn how to give directions in Korean. Being able to give directions is an essential skill when you’re traveling, guiding someone, or asking for help. Whether you need to ask for directions or give someone directions to a place, this lesson will equip you with the vocabulary and phrases you need. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to explain locations , give clear directions , and navigate Korean streets with ease. 1. Key Phrases for Giving Directions in Korean In Korean, giving directions typically involves explaining the location of a place and the actions that need to be taken to get there. Here are some key phrases you can use: [Place]에 가다 (gada) – To go to [place] 학교에 가다 (Hakgyoe gada) – To go to school 버스 정류장에 가다 (Beoseu jeongnyujange gada) – To go to the bus stop [Place]에 있다 (itta) – To be at [pl...

 Day 19: Expressing Likes, Dislikes, and Preferences in Korean Welcome to Day 19 of your Korean language journey! Today, we will focus on how to express likes , dislikes , and preferences in Korean. Being able to express your opinions and preferences is an essential part of any conversation. Whether you’re talking about food , hobbies , or activities , knowing how to say what you like and dislike will help you engage more naturally in Korean. By the end of today’s lesson, you’ll be able to express what you like , what you dislike , and what you prefer in Korean. 1. Expressing Likes in Korean (좋아하다 사용하기) The most common verb for expressing liking something in Korean is 좋아하다 (joahada) , which means "to like" or "to enjoy." Structure : [Subject] + [Object] + 좋아하다 (joahada) – I like [object]. Examples: 저는 사과를 좋아해요. (Jeoneun sagwareul joahaeyo.) – I like apples. 그는 한국 영화를 좋아해요. (Geuneun hanguk yeonghwareul joahaeyo.) – He likes Korean movies. 저...