9 Delicious Things to Do with Korean Pears

Lingua Asia Delicious Things to Do with Korean Pears
Lingua Asia Delicious Things to Do with Korean Pears

CRISP and JUICY sweetness! You might be surprised how delicious Korean pears can be.

They’re super filling, and actually help curb your appetite. So, they won’t leave you pear-shaped.

Korean pears or bae aren’t the most affordable fruit out there, but are totally worth trying.

Check out how Koreans enjoy pears, along with some awesome recipes and things you might find interesting!

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12 Best Korean Tea Brands for a Healthier Mind and Body

Lingua Asia Best Korean Tea Brands for a Healthier Mind and Body

If I told you there’s a zero-calorie drink that tastes great and is healthy, you wouldn’t believe me.

Guess what, there is. Korean tea! 🍵

Korean teas are made from every root, herb and flower imaginable with rich and unique flavors. After a few thousand years of experimenting, they really whittled it down to the gems. Some lower blood pressure, boost immunity and help you lose weight too.

But which ones are the best?

I’m going to cover Korean tea brands by which tea variety they do best. I also include the region most famous for each tea type.

Get ready for some tasty, high-quality and (sometimes) affordable Korean teas.

Lingua Asia Best Korean Tea Brands for a Healthier Mind and Body

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Korean Email Etiquette to Impress Your Reader

Lingua Asia Korean Email Etiquette to Wow Your Reader

Writing an email in Korean the first time feels like taking the training wheels off.

You have to get the grammar right, while understanding Korean cultural norms.

No need to worry! 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.

I learned email etiquette at my first job like most Koreans.

Let’s dive right in!

Lingua Asia Korean Email Etiquette to Wow Your Reader

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21 Famous Korean Female Models You Need to See to Believe

Lingua Asia_Famous Korean Female Models You Need to See to Believe

Lingua Asia_Famous Korean Female Models You Need to See to Believe

Glitz, glamour and sometimes tragedy, Korean female models are some of the most popular in Asia.

With appearances in Vogue and ad campaigns with famous brands like D&G, Louis Vuitton and Chanel, they’re making waves all over the place.

Here are the top 21 Korean female models from the past 25 years and:

  • their Instagram ID
  • agency
  • why they’re popular

Let’s get started!

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32 Ways to Sound like a Korean in 2024 (Feat. Kakao Emoticons)

32 Ways to Sound like a Korean (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.

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7 Meanings of Unnie (언니): the Art of Having a Fun Sister in Korea

Lingua Asia Meanings of Unnie the Art of Having a Fun Sister in Korea

Lingua Asia Meanings of Unnie the Art of Having a Fun Sister in Korea
Lee Hyori | Photo courtesy of Marie Claire Korea

Not sure when to call someone unnie?

Find out its many meanings and how to use them below!

We also cover:

  • cultural background of unnie
  • how to keep a good unnie
  • and more

Unnie can like or dislike you regardless of what you do. Good ones are fun female friends who have your back in tough times. Some will treat you like their own younger sister.

Let’s get started!

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Top Modeling Agencies in South Korea (and Ones That Hire Foreigners)

Lingua Asia Top Modeling Agencies in South Korea

Lingua Asia Top Modeling Agencies in South Korea

Modeling in Korea as a local or foreigner can lead to tons of unique opportunities. You get to try on stylish clothes for a living and meet all sorts of interesting people from around the world. Best of all, modeling agencies are always looking for new talent.

But with opportunity comes risk. We’ll cover how to avoid pitfalls and:

  • a brief history of the best Korean modeling agencies
  • Korean model agencies for foreigners

Let’s get started!

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