[이 한국어 통역 되나요?] EP.10: 11/11 = PEPERO DAY?That's only half the story

WAIT… KOREA CELEBRATES THREE THINGS ON NOVEMBER 11?! 🤯 Most people know November 11 as Pepero Day, when friends and loved ones exchange chocolate-covered snacks. But here's the twist: there's more to this date than you might think! 🍫 In 「이 한국어 통역 되나요?」 Episode 10, we're discovering three celebrations that share November 11 in Korea!🍫 Pepero Day (빼빼로데이) – Share sweet treats with friends and lo..

Hello, JOKOers! 👋What if your Korean night out started not inside a restaurant, but right on the street? 🌙🍻The sun is going down.You’re walking through Jongno 3-ga, and suddenly, the streets start to look a little different. Somewhere nearby, you hear:“짠!” 🥂Welcome to a Korean 야장 (yajang)!🌙 So, what exactly is a 야장?야장 is a casual outdoor dining and drinking experience, where people enjoy fo..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋Have you ever seen a Korean sign but struggled to understand what it meant? 🤔In this episode of 「이 한국어 통역 되나요?」, we’re taking a look at Korean signs you might come across while exploring Korea in autumn. 🍂From hiking trails to parks and other outdoor spots, these signs help you understand important rules and safety information in everyday life. 💬👉 탐방로 통제 — Trail c..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋Have you ever come across a Korean expression that made no sense when translated word-for-word? 🤔 In this episode of 「이 한국어 통역 되나요?」, we’re taking a closer look at Korean slang and expressions that can be confusing if you only look at their literal meanings. 💬You might already know some of these words, but did you know they can also be used in completely different w..

“I ONLY HAVE ONE DAY IN KOREA…” 😭“THEN LET’S GO TO GYEONGJU.” 👀 Hello, JOKOers! 👋What if you only had one day to explore Gyeongju? For our first episode of “한국 어디까지 가봤니?”, we’re taking you on a one-day trip through one of Korea’s most fascinating cities! 🇰🇷 Gyeongju may be famous for its history, but there’s so much more to experience.🎢 Start with an adrenaline rush at Gyeongju World.🥯 Tr..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋 As we celebrate Hangul Day (October 9), we’re taking a moment to appreciate the Korean writing system that makes it possible to express so many subtle feelings in Korean. 🇰🇷✍️And speaking of subtle feelings… have you ever wanted to express that you feel a little hurt or disappointed in Korean, but weren’t sure which expression to use? 🤔 In this episode of 「이 한국어 통..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋This time, 「이 한국어 통역 되나요?」 is taking a look at what’s trending in Korea right now! 👀 Korean trends can spread quickly through social media — from new expressions and memes to unique foods and fun challenges.In this episode, we’re introducing four interesting trends: Hanjeongsun, Pizza Seolgi, Random Bibimbap, and Yajang. ✨Some may make you wonder:“What is that?” 🤔“W..

Hi , Korean language lovers and JOKOers! 👋🌍 Everyone has a different reason for learning Korean. Maybe you want to communicate more confidently in everyday life. Maybe you're preparing for your life in Korea. Maybe you want to improve your conversation skills. Or maybe you simply want to connect with Korean people more naturally. 💬 That's why JOINUS KOREA's 1:1 Private Korean Class is designe..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋 Until now, 「이 한국어 통역 되나요?」 has explored Korean expressions and the cultural meanings behind them.Starting with this episode, we’re taking a slightly different approach! ✨Instead of focusing only on the cultural meaning of Korean expressions, we’re introducing the Korean you actually encounter in everyday life in Korea — through images.Why? Because sometimes, seeing K..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋 Have you ever received a Korean message like “ㅋㅋㅋ”, “ㅎㅎ”, or “ㅠㅠ” and wondered what it actually meant? 👀 If you’ve ever learned Korean, you probably know that ㅋㅋ is often used to express laughter, while ㅠㅠ looks like crying. But what about ㅎㅎ? And why do Koreans sometimes add ㅋㅋ to a sentence that doesn’t seem funny at all? 🤔 In Korean texting, these expressions ca..