됐거든. Please don’t say anything more. (Used to show that you are tired of hearing someone’s excuses.) 낚였어. You got me. You had me going there. 낚았지? I got you, didn’t I. I had you going, didn’t I? 당근이지. You bet./ Absolutely. 썰렁하군. That’s a lame joke. 분위기 망치게 (조지게) 하지마. / 초치지마. Don’t spoil the mood. 너나 잘 해. None of… Continue Reading …
Korean Frequency List -Top 6000 Words
The Frequency list of 6000 most common Korean words compiled by National Institute of Korean language is already available on TOPIK GUIDE in 6 parts – First Part, Second Part,Third Part, Fourth Part, Fifth Part and Sixth Part. You can also access the complete list on a single webpage in plain text form. It can be useful for printing purposes. This… Continue Reading …
6000 Most Common Korean Words – 1
National Institute of Korean Language (국립국어원) had released a list of 6000 most common and frequently used Korean words a few year back. These words were ranked according to their difficulty level and frequency of use.. This comprehensive research involved eminent scholars in the field of Korean language education To understand TOPIK Test structure, application… Continue Reading …
500 Most Basic Korean Adjectives
On this page, we have compiled a list of 500 most basic and important Korean adjectives for all Korean language learners and TOPIK test aspirants. You can also download a PDF copy of this list from the link given at the end of this page. Also Check: 500 Most Common Korean Verbs 100 Most Common… Continue Reading …
500 Most Common Korean Verbs
To understand TOPIK Test structure, application process, Levels and Passing scores etc. check these pages: 1. TOPIK – The Complete Guide & 2. TOPIK Levels and Passing Marks. You can also Practice Online with TOPIK GUIDE Mock Tests. If you are going to take the TOPIK Test for the first time, or if you want to give your score a boost so that… Continue Reading …
100 Most Basic Korean Verbs
This is a list of 100 most basic and important Korean verbs. Memorising these verbs will improve your Korean and also help you in the TOPIK Test. Also Read: 500 Most Common Korean Verbs 100 Most Common Korean Adjectives 가다 To go 가르치다 To teach 가지다 To have 갖다 To have 거짓말하다 To lie 걱정하다… Continue Reading …
100 Most Basic Korean Adjectives
This is a list of 100 most basic and important Korean adjectives. Memorising these adjectives will improve your Korean and also help you in the TOPIK Test. Also Read: 100 Most Common Korean Verbs 500 Most Common Korean Verbs Alright, Ok 괜찮다 Angry 화나다 Annoyed 짜증나다 Bad 나쁘다 Beautiful 아름답다 Big 크다 Bitter 쓰다 Bored… Continue Reading …
Difference Between 좋아요 and 좋아해요
Both 좋아요 and 좋아해요 are used to express liking for something but they are not exactly same. Both words are used differently and many beginner level Korean learners are confused between them. Today we will explain the difference between 좋아요 vs 좋아해요 and their correct usage. 좋아요 is an adjective and literally mean – To be good,… Continue Reading …
15 Romantic Korean Phrases and Love Words
1. I like you. 나는 너를 좋아해 (Naneun neoreul Joahae) 2. I’ve got a crush on you. 나는 너에게 반했어 (Naneun neo-ege banhaesseo) 3. I think of you as more than a friend. 나는 너를 친구 이상으로 생각해 (Naneun neoreul chingu isangeuro saengakhae) 4. Will you be my Valentine(girlfriend or boyfriend)? 나랑 사귈래? (Narang saguillae?)… Continue Reading …
Should you master Grammar and Vocabulary before you start reading authentic text?
A few days back, I got a mail from a reader of TOPIK GUIDE asking whether he should study all the grammar patterns and vocabulary of Korean language before he starts reading authentic text, like Korean novels. The short answer to that question is NO. Most of the foreign language learners make this mistake. They think… Continue Reading …
