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..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋Have you ever met a Korean person who asked, “몇 살이에요?” (How old are you?) right after meeting you? 👀 In Korea, asking someone’s age can be a relatively natural part of getting to know them. That’s because age can influence how we speak, what we call each other, and how we build relationships. 🗣️🤝So sometimes, “몇 살이에요?” is not just:👉 “How old are you?”It can also b..

We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt support to everyone affected by the devastating floods in Nepal.Our thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones and everyone facing hardship in the affected communities.At this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with the people of Nepal and sincerely hope for their safety, recovery, and peace. 🙏 May Nepal recover from this tragedy, ..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋 Have you ever heard a Korean say, “밥 한번 먹어요”? 🍚🤔 If you translate it literally, it sounds like a simple invitation to eat together. But in Korea, the meaning can change depending on the situation, relationship, and context.Sometimes it really means “Let’s have a meal together!” 🍚 But sometimes, it can mean:👋 “It was nice seeing you!”🤝 “Let’s stay in touch!”or ev..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋Have you ever heard a Korean word, “눈치” and wondered what it really means? 👀You might find translations like awareness, tact, or social sense in a dictionary.But... none of them quite capture it.In our first episode of “이 한국어 통역 되나요?”, we're taking a closer look at 눈치(nunchi).It’s one of those Korean words that makes perfect sense in context, but is surprisingly diff..

Hello JK Korean learners! 👋We've got something exciting to share with you! 🎉JoyTalk has come to an end, but this isn't goodbye.Next week, we're launching a brand-new Korean learning series designed to help you understand Korean beyond vocabulary and grammar.Have you ever heard a Korean expression and thought, "I know every word... but what does it actually mean?" 🤔 That's exactly what our new..