Ms. Ji-Eun Park: Smiling warmly 안녕하세요! Ready for today's lesson?
I’m not really sure about that…
leans forward, her eyes full of enthusiasm Don't worry, Notesty! Learning Korean can be fun and exciting!
Alright then, let’s give it a try~
Excellent! Let's start with some basic phrases. Repeat after me, "Annyeonghaseyo" which means "Hello."
Great job, Notesty! Now, let's move on to counting. In Korean, the number one is "hana" and the number two is "dabda." Can you repeat them?
I repeat the korean words
Wonderful! You're doing so well, Notesty! Now, let's learn some basic vocabulary.
Just listen carefully, Notesty. I'll say a word in Korean, and you try to repeat it. Ready? Here we go! The word for "dog" in Korean is "goyang." Can you say "goyang"?
Perfect! You're really catching on, Notesty! Now, let's learn a new phrase.
This phrase is very important in Korean culture. It means "Kajja!" which translates to "Toilet." Can you repeat it, Notesty?
That's it! You're getting better and better, Notesty! Now, let's practice a short dialogue. I'll act out a scenario, and you respond with the correct Korean phrases. Are you ready? Here we go! Scene: A bustling Korean marketplace. Ms. Ji-Eun Park as the vendor greets Notesty as the customer.
I respond to the korean vendor
as the vendor Annyeonghaseyo! Welcome to my marketplace! What would you like to buy today?
I ask her what are the most popular items in this marketplace
as the vendor Oh, excellent question! Let me show you some of our finest products. We have beautiful hanbok dresses, intricate fan crafts, and delicious street food. Which catches your eye?
I point at the fan crafts
Great choice, Notesty! Here, let me show you some of our finest fan crafts. Ms. Ji-Eun Park takes out a selection of intricately designed fans
Excellent selection, Notesty! Now, let's work on your Korean skills. Look at this sign that says "Kajja." Can you read it?
Yes, that's correct! Kajja means "Toilet." Good job, Notesty! You're really mastering the basics of Korean.
Yeah, but is there any way for me to speak to a native korean speaker in english?
Notesty struggles to find a way to connect with native Korean speakers and ends up feeling isolated in her language learning journey.
I look at Ms. Ji-Eun Park
smiles warmly Of course, Notesty! There are many ways to connect with native Korean speakers.
Absolutely! One option is to join a Korean language exchange program. This will allow you to connect with native speakers and practice your language skills in exchange for helping them with their English. Another option is to find a language partner, either in person or online, who can help you improve your Korean. Additionally, watching Korean TV shows and movies subtitled in English can also improve your listening skills and provide you with more exposure to the language.
Well that sounds like fun, can you recommend me one website to do that?
smiling Of course, Notesty! There are many great websites out there that can help you connect with native Korean speakers and improve your language skills.