How to speak Korean

Contents Method 1: Start 1. Learn Korean and the Korean alphabet. 2. Learn to count. 3. Memorize simple vocabulary. 4. Learn some basic conversational phrases. 5. Understand the forms of honorifics. 6. Learn basic grammar. 7. Work on pronunciation. 8. Don’t be discouraged! If you really want to learn to speak Korean, then keep at it—the satisfaction of mastering a second language will far outweigh any difficulties you may encounter along the way. Method 2: Integrate yourself into the language environment 1. Find a native Korean person to talk to. 2. Consider signing up for a language training class. 3. Watch Korean movies or cartoons. 4. Find apps designed specifically for Korean children. 5. Listen to Korean songs or radio. 6. Consider traveling to South Korea. Korean (Hangugeo, Chosunmal) is the official language of South Korea, North Korea, and the Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture of China, and is the dominant social language among Korean immigrant communities spanning from Uzbekistan to Japan to Canada. Although its origins are controversial, this attractive and complex language is rich in history, cultural heritage, and charm. Whether you're planning a vacation to Korea, want to learn about Korean culture, or just enjoy learning a new language, follow these simple steps and you'll be speaking fluent Korean in no time!

Method 1: Start

1. Learn Korean and the Korean alphabet. When starting to learn Korean, especially if you want to learn to read and write later, it is best to start by learning the alphabet. Because the Korean alphabet is completely different from the Roman alphabet, which may seem strange to most native English speakers who are just starting to learn Korean, the Korean alphabet is actually very simple. Hangul was created in 1443 during the Joseon era. Korean has 24 letters, including 14 consonants and 10 vowels. However, if you include the 16 diphthongs and double consonants, there are 40 letters in one alphabet.

Korean also uses about 3,000 Chinese characters, or Chinese characters, to express some words originating from China. Unlike Japanese kanji, Korean kanji can only be used in academic works, religious (Buddhist) scriptures, dictionaries, newspaper titles, classical literature and pre-World War II Korean literature, and surnames. In North Korea, the use of Chinese characters is almost non-existent.

2. Learn to count. Knowing how to count is the most basic skill in any language. Counting in Korean is a bit complicated, because depending on the situation, Korean uses two sets of counting methods: inherent words and Hanzi words. Hanzi words are derived from Chinese and have some Chinese characteristics. Inherent words are used to express the quantity of items (the quantity is between 1 and 99) and the age, such as: 2 children, 5 bottles of beer, 27 years old. Here's how to count from 1 to 10 using proper words: one =? pronounced "hana"

two =? pronounced "dool"

three =? pronounced "set"

Four=? pronounced as "net"

Five=? pronounced as "da-sut"

Six=? pronounced as "yuh-sut"

Seven=? pronounced as "il-gop"

Eight=? pronounced as "yuh-duhl"

Nine=? pronounced as "ahop"

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十=?pronounced "yuhl"

The Chinese character word is used to express dates, money, addresses, telephone numbers and numbers above 100. Here's how to count from 1 to 10 using kanji words: 一 =? pronounced as "il"

二=? pronounced as "ee"

三=? pronounced as "sam" "

Four =? pronounced as "sa"

Five =? pronounced as "oh"

Six =? pronounced as "yuk"

Seven=? pronounced as "chil"

Eight=? pronounced as "pal"

Nine=? pronounced as "goo"

十= ?Pronounced as "ship"

3. Memorize simple vocabulary. The larger the vocabulary you have, the easier it is to speak a language fluently.

Try to familiarize yourself with as many everyday Korean words as you can - you'll be surprised at how quickly your Korean improves! When you hear an English word, think about how you would say it in Korean. If you don't know, write it down and check again later. If you do this, it is very convenient to carry a small notebook with you.

Put sticky notes with Korean words on items around your home, such as mirrors, coffee tables, and sugar bowls. This way you'll see these words often and you'll learn them without even realizing it!

It is important to learn the words and phrases for 'Korean to English' and 'English to Korean'. That way you not only know what it means when you hear it, but you also remember how it was said.

4. Learn some basic conversational phrases. After learning some basic polite expressions, you can quickly communicate with Koreans. Try learning the following words/phrases: Hello =? pronounced "anyeaong" (is an informal expression) and "anyeong-haseyo" is a formal expression

Yes =? pronounced "ne" or "un"

Not = pronounced "ani" or "aniyo"

Thank you =? pronounced "kam-sa-ham-nee-da"

My name is?=?___pronounced "joneun___imnida"

How are you? =?? Pronounced "otto-shim-nikka"

Nice to meet you = Pronounced "mannasobangawo-yo" or "mannasobangawo"

Goodbye =? Pronounced "an-nyounghikye- sayo"

Wait to meet="daumemanaa" or "daumemannayo"

5. Understand the forms of honorifics. It is very important to learn the different levels of honorific expressions in Korean expressions. Korean is different from English in that the final ending of the predicate verb will differ depending on the age, position level, and social status of the person you are talking to. In order to have a correct polite conversation, it is very important to understand the function of honorific expressions: Non-honorific expressions - used in conversations with peers or younger people, especially between close friends.

Honorific terms - used when talking to someone older than yourself and in formal social situations.

Written language - very formal situations such as in the press or in the military. Rarely used in general conversation.

6. Learn basic grammar. In order to speak any language correctly, one needs to master the grammar of that language. The following are some significant differences between English grammar and Korean grammar: Korean almost always uses the subject-object-predicate order, and the predicate always appears at the end of the sentence.

In Korean, the subject of a sentence is often omitted when the reader or speaker knows who the subject is. The subject of the sentence is mentioned in the context.

In Korean, adjectives and verbs are used very much like they can replace each other and express the tense of a sentence.

7. Work hard on pronunciation. The pronunciation of Korean is very different from that of English. It takes a lot of practice to pronounce a word accurately. The most common mistake native English speakers make when learning Korean is assuming that Korean Roman letters sound the same as the same letters in English. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Beginners must then learn the pronunciation of Roman letters in Korean.

In English, when a word ends in a consonant, the last letter is always pronounced with a soft sound. The pronunciation of words ending in a consonant in Korean is very difficult for people who are "not used to listening to Korean" to hear this closed syllable. For example, when an English speaker says "ship", there will be a weak airflow sound of "P" when the mouth is opened. In Korean, there is no "air flow" sound at the end, they just close their mouths.

8. Don’t be discouraged! If you really want to learn to speak Korean, then keep at it—the satisfaction of mastering a second language will far outweigh any difficulties you may encounter along the way. Learning a new language takes time and practice and is not something you can achieve overnight.

Method 2: Integrate yourself into the language environment

1. Find a native Korean speaker to talk to. The best way to improve your skills in a new language is to practice with native speakers. They will easily correct your grammar and pronunciation errors, allowing you to learn more colloquial or popular conversation that cannot be learned in books. If you have a Korean-speaking friend and are willing to progress together, that's great! However, you can also place an ad in a local newspaper or online or research whether there are already Korean language exchange organizations in your neighborhood.

If you can’t find a Korean speaker near your location, try finding one on Skype. They might be willing to trade 15 minutes of conversation in Korean for 15 minutes of conversation in English.

Common Korean messaging apps are also a great way to practice Korean, as they will help you learn more slang and become proficient in reading Korean.

2. Consider signing up for a language training class. If you want to work harder on your Korean language learning or feel you want to learn Korean more formally, then sign up for a Korean language training class. Look for ads for such language training courses at local colleges, schools or community centers.

If you feel nervous about signing up for a training class by yourself, you can also bring a friend with you. This makes it more fun in and out of class and you can have someone to practice with you!

3. Watch Korean movies or cartoons. You can watch some Korean drama DVDs (with subtitles) or watch cartoons online. This is an easy way to get a feel for Korean pronunciation and sentence structure. If you want to experience it further, you can pause the video after saying a simple sentence, and you can also repeat what was said there. This will make your Korean accent feel a little more authentic!

If you can’t buy Korean movies, you can rent them in movie rental stores. These stores usually have sections for foreign films. Also check to see if your local library carries Korean movies or ask if they can provide you with some resources.

4. Look for apps designed specifically for Korean children. Translate "Learn the Alphabet" or "Baby and/or Kids Games" into Korean, then cut and paste them into the app store search bar. These apps are very simple and suitable for children. So, you can use these apps even if you don’t know how to read or speak Korean. Plus, apps are cheaper than buying DVDs. These apps will teach you the correct way to write Korean; and most of them come with singing and dancing scenes; in addition, there are some puzzle games that can also help you learn daily Korean vocabulary. Be careful not to download it as an app for Korean children to learn Chinese.

5. Listen to Korean songs or radio. Listening to Korean songs and/or radio is another great way to immerse yourself in the language. Although you won't understand every word or sentence, you can pick out some key words to help you understand what is being said. K-pop is mostly sung in Korean, but some English words are mixed in. Fans will often translate the lyrics into English so you know what a song is about.

Download a Korean radio APP on your mobile phone so you can listen to it on the road.

You can download some Korean podcasts to listen to while doing exercise or doing housework.

6. Consider traveling to South Korea. When you feel that basic Korean communication is not a problem, you can consider traveling to South Korea. What better way to immerse yourself in the local language than to take a local trip to Korea!

Tips: Review the material you have learned often. This way you won't forget.

Don’t be shy about meeting native Korean speakers if you have the chance. Some Koreans can be shy but most of them are "very" enthusiastic about learning English from native English speakers. This is a great opportunity to do a language exchange and learn firsthand about their rich culture. But be careful. Many non-native English speakers are much more interested in learning English than you are in learning Korean. Before this happens, discuss with them how to conduct language exchange learning.

You can also watch some Korean TV shows and movies with English subtitles.

Or watch Korean music videos with English subtitles so when you hear the word "OMO" the English subtitles will say 'OhMy/OhMyGoodness' so you can quickly understand what it means.

You can try thinking in Korean terms, it may sound weird. When you're thinking about something you can think about it in Korean without having to translate it in your head first.

Must practice more. Practice a little every day, even if you are alone, practice every day.

Two effective ways of long-term memory are high frequency and high enthusiasm. You can learn about 500 words in high-frequency mode, as this number is usually enough for high-frequency methods. In addition, you need to be very passionate about what you are learning.

Make sure you pronounce it correctly. If you're not sure, look up the pronunciations online.

Warning Korean is difficult for native English speakers to master because Korean is different from Indo-European languages ??such as Spanish, German, Irish, Russian, and Greek. Don’t give up when/if things get tough. Think of learning Korean as solving a big guessing game, have fun!