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Do you know there are different ways to count various objects in Korean?  Unlike in English, where you can simply say "I’d like two pizzas, please," in Korean, you have to say 피자 두 판 주세요 (pija deu pan juseyo) which means "Please give me two discs of pizza." This is because the Korean counter for pizza, which is flat and round like a disc, is 판 (pan) meaning "disc."  Here’s an overview of how these counters in Korean grammar work: Korean Number + Countere.g. 두 (meaning "two") + 판 (counter for a flat and round object) As you can see from this example, in Korean, you need to add a specific counter depending on the object that you’re discussing. In Korean grammar, counters are essential in being understood. However,... Show more

Learning a new language requires you to memorize new words everyday. The more you know, the faster you’ll be able to converse with the locals and even write letters to people. Today, we’ll introduce 100 Korean nouns for you to expand your vocabulary and improve your language skills. We’ve also provided audio files for you to practice the pronunciation of each word, so feel free to click on the words in our Korean nouns list! Ready to learn Korean nouns with KoreanClass101.com? Let’s go! Table of Contents 가전제품 (gajeonjepum) — Nouns for "Appliances" 과학 기술 (gwahak gisul) — Nouns for "Technology" 교통 (gyotong) — Nouns for "Transportation" 레스토랑 (reseutorang) — Nouns for "Restaurant" 학교 필수품 (hakgyo pilsupum) — Nouns for "School... Show more

Does rainy and overcast weather make you as depressed as it makes me? The rainy weather doesn’t do any favors for my morale, and its effect grows stronger with each day it continues raining… In South Korea, the rainy season is a several-week period during which the country experiences heavy rains and overall gloomy weather. In this article, you’ll learn all about the Korean rainy season, how to prepare for a trip to South Korea during this time, and some useful vocabulary. Let’s get started! 1. What is the Rainy Season? In South Korea, the rainy season is called 장마철 (jangmacheol), and it’s a several-week period during which the country experiences bouts of 폭우 (pogu), or "heavy rain." This is caused by a 장마전선... Show more

Compliments make people feel important and good about themselves. It's an indispensable part of conversation, too. In this article, you’ll learn various phrases you can use to praise someone for their looks, skills, and work. In addition, we’ll teach you what’s culturally acceptable when someone compliments you in Korea. Table of Contents Compliments on Someone's Look Compliments on Someone's Work Compliments on Someone's Skills What to Expect After Giving Compliments How KoreanClass101 Can Help You with Your Korean Skills 1. Compliments on Someone's Look "You have a beautiful smile!" 1. "Your smile is beautiful." Formal웃는 얼굴이 아름다워요.Unneun eolguri areumdawoyo.   Informal웃는 얼굴이 예쁘네.Unneun eolguri yeppeune. *Add 참 (cham) to... Show more

"Anger" is 화 (hwa) in Korean and originates from the Chinese character for "fire," which is 火. So when someone says 나 너무 화가나! (Na neomu hwagana!), can you imagine how angry that person may be? In this article, we’ll introduce you to the top 20 Korean angry phrases to help you express yourself in Korean. You get angry. Everyone gets angry. People want to express themselves. Let's learn some angry Korean phrases! Table of Contents Angry Korean Imperatives Korean Angry Warnings Korean Angry Blames Describing How You Feel in Korean Bonus: How to Calm Yourself Down When You're Angry How KoreanClass101 Can Help You with Korean 1. Angry Korean Imperatives We’ll start with angry Korean phrases that are perfect for telling... Show more