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Each year, Koreans observe their Memorial Day in commemoration of all their fallen soldiers. Memorial Day in Korea is similar to the U.S. Memorial Day, though of course with its own cultural nuances (such as the South Korean Flag meaning in ceremonies). At KoreanClass101.com, we hope to make learning about Korean culture and holidays both fun and informative, because this may be the most vital step in being able to master the language. That in mind, keep reading for more information on Memorial Day (South Korea). 1. What is Memorial Day to Koreans? Have you ever heard of Memorial Day in the United States of America? It's a day to remember those who sacrificed their lives for the country. In Korea, there is also a day like... Show more

The Korean entertainment industry is currently booming and the global audience for Korean films is exploding across Asia and even in Europe and North America. We looked at the most popular ratings for the newly released films from South Korea in 2018, and based on the data, we’re going to introduce you to the best Korean movies of 2018 that are certainly worth watching. If you like these movies, we also have these other recommendations: Table of Contents Why are Korean Movies Popular Can You Really Learn Korean from Korean Films? List of Must-See 2018 South Korean Films How KoreanClass101 Can Help You 1. Why are Korean Movies Popular? 1- Cultural Appeal Watching foreign films lets you absorb... Show more

Are you planning to travel to Seoul sometime soon? You shouldn’t miss these foods! Today, we’re going to introduce the top ten must-try street foods in Seoul, South Korea. Also, we’ll introduce essential phrases to use when you order food in Korea. 1. List of 10 Must-Eat Korean Street Foods There are many delicious and exotic Korean traditional foods that you can—and should—try. However, many travelers struggle to find what to eat in Seoul. Don’t worry; in this article, we’re going to introduce ten Korean street food names, along with their description and many pictures and information about each food so that you’ll know exactly what you’re ordering next time you go to the market in Korea. We’re sure you’ll find a food you love... Show more

How much do you express gratitude to your parents? Usually, people seldom express how thankful they are to their parents. That's why there's a day in South Korea for exactly this. It's Parents' Day, or 어버이 날 (Eobeoi Nal). Eobeoi means "parents," both mother and father. Parents' Day largely reflects South Korea's culture, particularly the concept of filial piety so prevalent here (though it is weakening). Thus, taking the time to learn about it will greatly increase your working knowledge of Korean culture. This, in turn, will improve your language skills and give you a greater respect for the country of your target language. At KoreanClass101.com, we hope to make your learning experience both fun and insightful as you discover all... Show more

When it comes to learning a language, everyone wants to know what the best way to learn that language quickly is. It’s the same for our Korean learners; they want to know how to study the Korean language effectively. Here, we’re going to give you some tips on how to do this—namely through watching the best Korean variety shows. Watching Korean TV shows can be a very useful supplement for Korean learners because some of the TV shows are very entertaining, and will give you opportunity to learn phrases that are commonly used in Korea. Moreover, watching TV shows with subtitles in Korean will certainly help you improve your vocabulary and your ability to understand the language. Today, KoreanClass101 will introduce ten famous Korean TV... Show more