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Korean New Coinage: 완소 (Completely precious)

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신조어 (New Coinage)

완소 (Wanso) : be completely precious

“완소” is an abbreviated form of “완전 소중하다 (완전 [completely] + 소중하다 [to be precious]).  A few years ago, some Koreans started calling their favorite celebrities in TV series or movies as “완소”.  However, just recently, “완소” is widely used not only for persons but also for certain items.  “완전 [complete]” refers to “the condition that something is flawless and as great as it possibly can be”.

“완소” is usually followed by a noun such as “완소 아이템(my precious item)”, “완소남(my precious man)”, “완소녀(my precious lady)”,  etc.

Korean New Coinage: 먹방 (Eating show)

먹방 : Eating show

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Korean Idiom: 옷이 날개다 (find feathers make fine birds)

옷이 날개다 (find feathers make fine birds (literally, your clothes are your wings)) : Wearing good clothes enhances the image of a person.

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Korean New Coinage: 멍 때리다 (Give a blank look)

멍 때리다 (Mung dderida ; give a blank look) : The state of being blank without any thoughts

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Korean Conversation: 텔레비전 좀 틀어 봐 (Turn on the television)

텔레비전 좀 틀어 봐 (Turn on the television) : When we want someone to activate his/her electronic device like radio or television, we say “무엇 좀 틀어 봐(turn on something).”

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6 Outstanding Reasons for Your Kids to Learn Korean

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With so many languages to choose from, you may be wondering why your child should learn Korean. Here are a few reasons why Korean may be the right choice for your little one.

1. The Korean language is growing in popularity.

Korean is the sixteenth most widely spoken language in the world, spoken by more than 78 million people, according to Boston University.

As South Korea has become a bigger player in the world economy thanks to its technological innovation and popular culture, Korean language learning has been on the rise, particularly among younger people. Young adults are recognizing the growing opportunities in Korea and adopting the language to give themselves a leg up over the competition.

2. The alphabet is easy to learn.

The Korean alphabet, Hangul, is a phonetic alphabet with 24 letters and is very easy to read and write.

It is written from left to right and it has a unique way of organizing its letters into syllables where consonants and vowels are neatly arranged in blocks.

3. Korean phonetics are easy for English speakers.

Korean phonetics come easily to English speakers. Korean is usually pronounced exactly the way it’s written.

4. Many Korean words are made up smaller, single syllable words.

Many compound Korean words are made up of single syllable words and you can usually take a rough guess at its meaning if you can recognize them.

5.  Help understand family background better. (For 3rd, 4th, 5th generation Koreans)

Learning Korean will help your child to understand their past. Maybe your ancestors lived in Korea. Maybe you have family or friends of Korean heritage. Learning about Korean language and culture will give your child a deep appreciation for his/her ancestors as well as for this ancient culture.

6. Learning Korean can be fun and easy.

My Korean tutoring for kids makes it fun and easy for kids to learn. (Ages 3 up to 18) Learning Korean can be a great way to give your child a head start and prepare him or her for the global economy. Contact me Today!

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Check out outstanding reviews from my students’ parents. 

“My 8-year old daughter began private Korean language lessons with Suebeet almost 3 months ago (two 90-minute lessons per month) and she really loves her lessons.  Suebeet is very personable and keeps my daughter highly engaged throughout the 90-minute lessons.  More importantly, my daughter is learning quickly and efficiently – she has already learned the Korean alphabet and a number of vocabulary words and is eager to learn more with each lesson.  I highly recommend Suebeet if you have school-age children who are seeking to learn to read, speak and write Korean!” – Juliet O.

“Suebeet has been a great Korean teacher for my 3 year old son! He is very shy and timid but he quickly adjusted to her and the classes. I feel like he improves every week with new words and new phrases. She makes the class fun for my son and is very patient with him as well. He looks forward to his Korean classes. I highly recommend Suebeet for anyone at any age who wants to learn Korean for the first time or you’re just trying to improve your Korean!” – Minnie C.

Click here to view many more reviews.

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Korean Conversation: 얼마나 기다려야 돼요? (How long do I have to wait?)

얼마나 기다려야 돼요? (How long do I have to wait?) : When we want to ask how much time it takes until we get our turn, we may say “얼마나 기다려야 돼요? (How long do I have to wait?).”

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The 10 Best Korean Ramen you Can’t live without!

The 10 Best Korean Ramen you Can’t live without!

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TASTY! (so so so good! yum! can’t wait to eat one more!!!) – 라면 중독?!

HOT (this is way toooo hot!) – 아, 뜨거워…

SPICY (are you kidding me?) – 헉! 매워…

SWEATY (oh. please!) – 땀샘 폭발!

Are you curious? Try… and let me know which is your favorite! 🙂

Nongshim Shin Noodle Ramyun, Gourmet Spicy Picante, 4.2-Ounce Packages (Pack of 20)
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Nong Shim Shin Noodle Ramyun, Gourmet Spicy 120g (Pack of 1)
by Nongshim

Nongshim Shin Cup Noodle Soup, Gourmet Spicy, 2.64 Ounce (Pack of 12)
by Nongshim

Nong shim Neoguri Udon Spicy Seafood Noodle Ramyun 120g (Pack of 1)
by Nongshim

Nongshim Chapagetti Chajang Noodle, 4.5 Ounce (Pack of 4)
by Nongshim

[Korean Noodle] Paldo Chink Ramen
by Paldo

[Korean Noodle] Samyang Nagasaki Red Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup Ramen
by Samyang

Ottogi Bookgyung Champong (5pc/pack) by Ottogi

Paldo Bul Jjamppong Noodle Soup, Spicy Seafood Flavor, 4.90 Ounce (Pack of 4)
by Paldo

[Korean Noodle] Paldo Fire Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup Ramen by Paldo

kko Kko Myun/ Kko Kko Myeon (10pcs Chicken Noodle) – Korean Ramen by Paldo

Spicy Chicken Roasted Cup Noodles (x 3 Cups), Spicy Chicken Cup Ramyun Korean Noodle Ramen BULDAK BOKKEUM MYUN by Samyang

[Ottogi] Jin Ramyun (Mild Taste) / Ramyun, Ramen, Korean Instant Hot Noodle Soup
by Ottogi

[Korean Noodle] Ottogi Jin Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup Ramen
by Ottogi

Nongshim Soon Noodle Soup, Veggie, 3.95 Ounce (Pack of 10)
by Nongshim

Nongshim Bowl Spicy Kimchi Noodle Soup, 3.03 Ounce (Pack of 12)
by Nongshim

[Ottogi] Yeul(hot) Ramyun / Ramyun, Ramen, Korean Instant Hot Noodle Soup
by Ottogi

[Korean Noodle] Nongshim Jjawang Jjajangmyeon Ramen
by Nongshim

Ottogi Sesame Flavor Noodle 5ea, Chamke ramen 5ea,Korean Instant Noodle Soup Korea Ramen Ramyun by Ottogi

Nongshim Hot and Spicy Noodle, Ansung Tangmyun, 4.41-oz 5 Packs  by Nongshim

Instant Noodle Ramen Korean Hot Spicy Seafood Flavor Samyang GanChamPong 4.93 oz (5 Packs) Stir Fried by Samyang

Ottogi Jjajan Noodles, 4.76 Ounce (Pack of 20)
by Ottogi

BIBIM MEN Oriental Style Noodle, Spicy Cold(Mi Kho Dai Han) Multi Package(5 packs)
by Paldo

New Samyang Ramen / Spicy Chicken Roasted Noodles, 4.93 oz (Pack of 5)
by Samyang

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K-drama “Jealousy Incarnate” 1st Ep. This is too cute already! Love it!

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The new series from the writer of Pasta is about a broadcast news staff. Gong Hyo-jin plays a scrappy underdog weather forecaster who has nothing to recommend her except her work ethic.

Do you want Gong Hyo-jin’s flawless skin? (You don’t have to live at the spa, spend money on expensive products, or change everything about your beauty routine in order to have a glowing, healthy complexion. Here I share the simple secrets to achieving perfect skin.)

The 4 Best Korean facial mask sheet you Can’t live without! (Use this Daily!)

1. Innisfree It’s Real Facial Mask Sheet x 15 sheets

2. Etude House I Need You Mask Sheet 15pcs set

3. Nature Republic Real Nature Mask Sheet 10pcs Original Korean Mask Sheet

4. The Face Shop Living Nature Grind Mask Sheet x 15pcs

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Do you want to watch K-drama without Subtitles?  You can be fluent in Korean!
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It looks like we’re in for a very cute, funny romance in SBS’s new Wed-Thurs drama “Jealousy Incarnate”. Gong Hyo-jin as a weather forecaster who has gotten over a longtime one-sided crush on rising star anchor Jo Jung-seok. This 1st episode was cute & funny! Hilarious! 🙂 – Happy Watching!

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