Suneung (수능) Explained by a Korean
This post covers the Suneung exam and why it’s so important to Koreans.
I go over the basics of the test, some interesting facts and things only Koreans know.
Let’s check them out!
Minjung
10 Must-see Upcoming Netflix K-Dramas in 2021
10 Must-see Upcoming Netflix K-Dramas in 2021
This post previews all the can’t-miss K-dramas on Netflix coming out in 2021.
A lot of this info was found on Korean sites and includes:
- Sci-fi
- Horror
- Historical horror
- and more!
Find your next favorite K-drama before it’s released.
Let’s get into it!
11 Things Korea Does Best in the World
11 Things Korea Does Best in the World
This post is all about the things Koreans are great at.
You’ll find out what they rank first for in:
- Sports
- Business
- Culture
- Transportation
- and more!
Let’s see why South Korea truly is the Best Korea!
13 Quotes from Your Favorite K-dramas on Netflix
13 Quotes from Your Favorite K-dramas on Netflix
Feat. Useful Korean Expressions
This post covers the coolest quotes and famous lines said on Netflix K-dramas.
We include all your favorites like:
- Crash Landing on You
- Sky Castle
- Kingdom
Learn Korean with these useful expressions.
Let’s dive right in!
2020 Korean Trends Created by COVID-19
2020 Korean Trends Created by COVID-19
- Front row seats at home concerts (방구석 1열 콘서트) a hit
- Spread of Animal Crossing (동물의 숲) fever
- Rise of car camping (차박)
27 Positive Korean Proverbs to Brighten your Day
27 Positive Korean Proverbs to Brighten your Day
This post covers the best Korean proverbs to inspire and motivate you.
The sayings are organized by theme.
Let’s dive right in!
Flight to Nowhere, the Story of 2020
Flight to Nowhere, the Story of 2020
Asiana A380 Flight to Nowhere Experience Sold Out
Targets Travel Enthusiasts with a Cure for Corona Blues
International Travel Routes Being Reviewed
All the Ways to Use 밥 (Bap) Expressions
All the Ways to Use 밥 (Bap) Expressions
This post explains the many ways Koreans use “bap” in conversation.
I go over the most common expressions and their literal and actual meanings.
Let’s check them out!
Making Sense of the Trot (트로트) Trend in Korea
Making Sense of the Trot (트로트) Trend in Korea
This post covers the Korean trot trend and what it means.
I go over the history and why it’s popular again all of a sudden.
Let’s check it out!
19 Super Addictive Korean Snacks You Need in Your Life
19 Super Addictive Korean Snacks You Need in Your Life
Here are the snacks that Koreans are addicted to.
They’re the ones I grew up eating and crave whenever I’m overseas.
These are the best classic, sweet & salty, ”healthy” and trendy Korean snacks.
Let’s check them out!
All You Need to Know about K-pop Stars and Military Service
All You Need to Know about K-pop Stars and Military Service
This post covers everything you want to know about K-pop stars and military enlistment in Korea.
I did some research in Korean about upcoming military service for idols.
Let’s check it out!
15 K-Dramas Based on Webtoons Recommended by a Korean
15 K-Dramas Based on Webtoons Recommended by a Korean
This post shares the latest K-dramas based on Webtoons.
I’m obsessed with Webtoons and binge-watching Netflix, so this was fun to write.
I organized the K-dramas by year.
Let’s get into it!
Everything You Need to Know about Korean Ramyun (라면)
Everything You Need to Know about Korean Ramyun (라면)
Crazy about instant noodles?
This guide will show you the most popular ones in Korea and how to make them taste better.
Here’s everything you need to know about Korean ramyun!
55 Trendy Korean Slang Words You Need to Know in 2021
55 Trendy Korean Slang Words You Need to Know in 2021
Here are the newest expressions guaranteed to impress your Korean friends.
Some of them are a little inside, so we made sure to explain them clearly.
I started with my favorites and the most common slang first.
Let’s check them out!
Here Are the Funniest Animal Sounds and More in Korean Onomatopoeia
Here Are the Funniest Animal Sounds and More in Korean Onomatopoeia
Today I want to about how different animals sound in Korean vs English.
I love comparing onomatopoeia (의성어) because they’re so funny in other languages.
This post also covers objects and people sounds that don’t exist in English.
Let’s check them out!
21 Korean Drinking Games for an Epic Night
21 Korean Drinking Games for an Epic Night
Want to make Korean friends fast?
Here are 21 awesome drinking games Koreans play to get the night started.
Let’s get into it!
The Top 6 Korean Shopping Apps [2021]
The Top 6 Korean Shopping Apps [2021]
This post covers the best ways to shop online in Korea as an expat.
The apps and websites are categorized by which age group uses them.
Here are the 6 most popular ones and things to keep in mind while shopping online in Korea.
Let’s dive right in!
The Top 29 Korean Apps [2021]
The Top 29 Korean Apps [2021]
This post covers popular Korean apps and websites.
I grew up using them in South Korea. (my generation was the first to have internet and smartphones)
I’ve categorized them by travel, living, health and entertainment.
Let’s dive right in!
14 Webtoons Recommended and Reviewed by a Korean
14 Webtoons Recommended and Reviewed by a Korean
This post covers the best Korean webtoons.
I’ve been reading them almost every day since they were first created.
I categorized the top Korean webtoons by platform.
Let’s check them out, spoiler free!
Korean Job Titles Explained by a Local
Korean Job Titles Explained by a Local
This post covers the most common Korean job titles and their duties.
It will show you how to find out:
- who is important
- how to address them
- where they rank in the chain of command
We also explain how long it takes to get promoted to each role.
Let’s get to it!
The Complete Guide to Korean Duty Free 2020
The Complete Guide to Korean Duty Free 2020
Ready to go on a duty-free shopping-spree in Korea?
Want to save money too?
Korean duty free shopping is on another level.
Incheon Airport consistently wins awards for their duty free stores. You can find almost everything at a decent price.
Many K-beauty brands even create exclusive items for duty-free.
32 Ways to Sound like a Korean in 2021 (Feat. Kakao Emoticons)
32 Ways to Sound like a Korean in 2021 (Feat. Kakao Emoticons)
Want to know the latest Korean expressions?
The Korean language evolves at a lightning pace. Staying current can make life a lot more fun as an expat or a Korean language learner.
Here are the most frequently used expressions in Korean.
I used Kakao emoticons to better illustrate the emotions behind these expressions.
The Top 8 Korean Translation Apps – Tested by a Korean
The Top 8 Korean Translation Apps – Tested by a Korean
This article compares the top 8 Korean translation apps using the same phrases.
A native Korean translator with 10 years of experience conducted the tests.
We’ll also reveal which one’s the best and unique features of each.
Let’s get to it!
How to Get Married in Korea in 2021
How to Get Married in Korea in 2021
Want to get married in Korea?
Not sure how to do it?
Marriage between Koreans and non-Koreans is becoming more common. But, there are a few things to be aware of before tying the knot.
This guide will show you how to make it happen.
The Complete Guide to Korean Wedding Traditions
The Complete Guide to Korean Wedding Traditions
This post covers everything you need to know about about Korean wedding traditions.
It includes what to expect at the ceremony and how to have your own Korean wedding.
Let’s dive right in!
How to Answer the Phone Like a Korean
How to Answer the Phone Like a Korean
Not sure how to answer the phone in Korean?
Answering the phone in Korean can be intimidating.
There are a few rules about phone etiquette that you should know.
Like with most business-related things in Korea, answering the phone requires a certain amount of protocol.
A Step-by-step Guide to Korean Business Card Etiquette
A Step-by-step Guide to Korean Business Card Etiquette
Nervous about meeting Koreans for business?
Not sure how to exchange business cards with them?
Korean business card etiquette is a somewhat sophisticated dance.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Korean Email Etiquette
A Step-by-Step Guide to Korean Email Etiquette
This guide will show you exactly how to write an email in Korean.
It covers both formal and casual levels of speech with a handy template at the end.
Let’s dive right in!
The Complete Guide to Korean Business Fashion
The Complete Guide to Korean Business Fashion
This post covers everything you need to know about Korean office fashion.
It’s categorized by gender and what to avoid.
Here’s the complete guide to dressing up for work in South Korea.
Let’s dive right in!
Top 7 Korean Music Streaming Apps [2021]
Top 7 Korean Music Streaming Apps [2021]
This post covers the 7 most popular Korean music apps.
I use them to find new Korean music in genres like K-pop.
I’ll highlight the unique features of each app too.
Let’s check them out!
Everything You Need to Know about Korean Gift Culture
Everything You Need to Know about Korean Gift Culture
This is a complete guide to Korean gift culture.
I grew up in South Korea and have exchanged my share of gifts.
This guide covers what to give in each situation by age group and gender.
Let’s check it out!
Top 30 Korean Companies and What Koreans Think about Them
Top 30 Korean Companies and What Koreans Think about Them
Need to know more about Korean companies?
This article gives you an inside look into what Koreans think about them.
Here are the top 30 Korean companies and their 2019 financial status.
The Most Common Korean Legal Terms in English
The Most Common Korean Legal Terms in English
Having trouble with Korean legal translation?
Need to know frequently used Korean-English legal terms?
Here is some useful information on the Korean legal system and some commonly used legal terms in Korean and English.
17 Bingeworthy K-dramas on Netflix (and other Platforms) Recommended by a Korean
17 Bingeworthy K-dramas on Netflix (and other Platforms) Recommended by a Korean
This post covers the best K-dramas out on Netflix.
I’ve had some free time to watch K-dramas during the pandemic and want to share my favorite ones.
They’re categorized by realistic and fantasy/sci-fi.
Let’s check them out!