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🎁 Give the Gift of Korean — Perfect for the Holidays!

Dear Learners,

Looking for a unique, meaningful holiday gift this year? 🎄✨
A Korean course is a perfect choice for both adults and children (ages 6–14)!

Why this gift stands out:

✅ Fun, interactive group learning
✅ Builds confidence & communication skills
✅ Great for trips to Korea 🇰🇷 or Koreatowns across the U.S. 🍲
✅ Inspires cultural curiosity and lifelong learning
✅ A gift that becomes an experience — not just a thing ✨

🗣️ Mini Korean Phrase Box — Holiday Edition 🎁

Try using Korean in your holiday greetings:

Korean	Pronunciation	Meaning
즐거운 휴일 되세요!	jeul-geo-un hyu-il dwe-se-yo	Happy Holidays!
새해 복 많이 받으세요!	sae-hae bok ma-ni ba-deu-se-yo	Happy New Year! 🎉
선물이에요!	seon-mu-ri-e-yo	It’s a gift for you!
행복한 시간 보내세요!	haeng-bo-kan si-gan bo-nae-se-yo	Have a wonderful time!

A fun challenge:
👉 Use one Korean holiday phrase every week until the new year!

January 2026 Beginner Classes

📚 Adult Classes – Beginner

Level	Day & Time (PT)	Quick Focus ✨
Beginner 1	Fri 6:20–7:10 PM	📝 Hangeul & pronunciation basics
Beginner 2	Sat 1:50–2:40 PM	🗣️ Everyday sentences & greetings
Beginner 3A	Sun 11:30–12:20 PM	⏳ Past & future tense
Beginner 4A	Sat 12:40–1:30 PM	🙏 Opinions, requests, honorifics
Beginner 5A	Sat 11:30–12:20 PM	✨ Advanced expressions & communication

👦👧 Children’s Classes – Beginner (Ages 6–14)

Level	Day & Time (PT)	Quick Focus ✨
Beginner 1A	Fri 5:20–6:00 PM	🏫 Step-by-step Hangeul & fun writing
Beginner 1B	Sat 10:30–11:10 AM	📝 Syllables & words through games
Beginner 1C	Tue 5:30–6:10 PM	🔤 Compound vowels & reading fluency
Beginner 2B	Sun 10:30–11:10 AM	🗣️ Everyday phrases & short sentences
Beginner 2C	Tue 4:30–5:10 PM	📖 Short dialogues & stories
Beginner 2F	Tue 6:30–7:10 PM	💬 Express ideas & opinions

🎄 Give the gift of learning — something that grows all year long.

✍️ Register Now

Warmly, 💌
Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🌟 Anna’s Korean Journey & January Class Schedule

Dear Learners & Parents,

Meet Anna, who completed Beginner Level 6B and is now beginning Intermediate Level 1A:

✨ With confidence she can…

Order food comfortably — whether in Seoul 🇰🇷, LA K-Town 🍲, or NYC Koreatown 🛍️
Read menus, signs, and subway directions while navigating new places
Enjoy K-dramas & K-pop while understanding jokes & cultural nuances
Chat naturally with vendors in Busan or new K-pop friends around the world
Explore independently — ask questions, follow directions, and plan adventures
Move up to Intermediate ready to express deeper thoughts and connect with people

This is what you (or your child) can achieve — step by step — starting this January.

🌱 Adult Beginner Classes

Level	Day & Time (PT)	Quick Focus ✨
Beginner 1	Fri 6:20–7:10 PM	📝 Hangeul & pronunciation basics
Beginner 2	Sat 1:50–2:40 PM	🗣️ Everyday sentences & greetings
Beginner 3A	Sun 11:30–12:20 PM	⏳ Past & future tense
Beginner 4A	Sat 12:40–1:30 PM	🙏 Opinions, requests, honorifics
Beginner 5A	Sat 11:30–12:20 PM	✨ Natural communication & fluency

🎈 Children’s Beginner Classes (Ages 6–14)

Designed for fun, confidence-building, and real communication skills.

Level	Day & Time (PT)	Quick Focus ✨
Beginner 1A	Fri 5:20–6:00 PM	🏫 Hangeul basics through fun writing
Beginner 1B	Sat 10:30–11:10 AM	🎮 Reading & vocabulary through games
Beginner 1C	Tue 5:30–6:10 PM	🔤 Compound vowels & fluent reading
Beginner 2B	Sun 10:30–11:10 AM	🗣️ Short sentences & real situations
Beginner 2C	Tue 4:30–5:10 PM	📖 Dialogues & storytelling
Beginner 2F	Tue 6:30–7:10 PM	💬 Express feelings & ideas clearly

Whether you’re an adult learner fulfilling a personal goal or a parent helping your child connect with language and culture — we learn with confidence, culture, and community. 🌏✨

✍️ Register Now — Join us for a strong start to the New Year!

Warmly, 💌
Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🎉 Mini-Lesson: Small Talk at a Party

Going to a party? Learn small talk phrases! 🥳

🌸 Phrases:

어떤 음악 좋아해요? (eotteon eumak joahaeyo?) 🎵 → “What music do you like?”
파티 즐기고 있어요? (pati jeulgigo isseoyo?) 🎉 → “Are you enjoying the party?”
만나서 반가워요. (mannaseo bangawoyo) 🤝 → “Nice to meet you”

✅ Practice Tip:
Say aloud: 어떤 음악 좋아해요? 🎶

💡 Mini Challenge:
Ask a friend at a party their favorite hobby! 🎨

2026 January Term – Open for Registration!
Practice party phrases and small talk live in class. 🌟

👉 Register Now!

Warmly,

Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

November 7, 2025 0

🇰🇷 The Only Korean Textbook with Video Lessons — Now in Hardcover!

Dear Learner,

I’m so excited to announce the release of my Focus Korean All-in-One Hardcover Series — now available on Amazon! 🌟

This stunning, full-color hardcover combines everything you need to begin your Korean journey — all in one durable and beautifully designed book.

💎 What’s Inside:
📘 Beginner Levels 1, 2, 3A & 3B
✨ Beginner Level 1 Hangeul Workbook

🎥 Exclusive Video Lessons:
Each unit includes corresponding videos that make self-study feel like learning directly with a private instructor.

🏆 Why You’ll Love It:

All-in-one convenience and structure
Elegant hardcover that motivates you to study
Seamless integration with guided videos

👉 Get the Hardcover Edition on Amazon

Warm regards,
Suebeet Kim
Founder, TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🇰🇷 Ready to Finally Learn Korean?

Dear Learners,

If you’ve always wanted to learn Korean but didn’t know where to start — this is the perfect place. 🌟

Introducing Focus Korean: Beginner Program, a complete self-study course designed by Suebeet Kim, a private instructor with 20+ years of experience teaching Korean to professionals and students worldwide.

💻 What You’ll Get:

30 concise video lessons (clear, structured, and easy to follow)
Downloadable textbooks with grammar, practice, and cultural insights
Now includes Level 4A! Learn advanced beginner grammar, honorifics, and natural expressions.
Lifetime access — learn anytime, anywhere

Whether your goal is to read, speak, or travel with confidence, you’ll be amazed by how naturally you progress.

👉 Learn Korean Now with Video + Textbook

Start your Korean journey today — with the guidance of a real instructor who knows how to help you succeed.

Warm regards,
Suebeet Kim
Founder, TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🛍 Mini-Lesson 4: Shopping Made Easy

Shopping in Korea? Here are must-know phrases. 💖

🌸 Phrases:

이거 얼마예요? (igeo eolmayeyo?) 💰 → “How much is this?”
다른 색 있어요? (dareun saek isseoyo?) 🎨 → “Do you have another color?”
다른 사이즈 있나요? (dareun saijeu innayo?) 👕 → “Do you have a different size?”
이거 주세요. (igeo juseyo) 🛒 → “Please give me this.”

✅ Practice Tip:
Say aloud: 이거 얼마예요? 💡

💡 Mini Challenge:
Reply with something you want to buy in Korean! 🛍

🍁 September Term – Open for Registration!
Practice shopping phrases in class and gain confidence speaking Korean in everyday situations. 🌟
👉 Register for September Classes

Warmly,

Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🍲 Mini-Lesson 3: Ordering at a Restaurant

Eating out in Korea? Here are essential restaurant phrases! 🍛

🌸 Phrases:

메뉴 주세요. (menyu juseyo) 📖 → “Please give me the menu.”
이거 주세요. (igeo juseyo) 👉 → “This one, please.”
불고기 하나 주세요. (bulgogi hana juseyo) 🥩 → “One bulgogi, please.”
물 좀 주세요. (mul jom juseyo) 💧 → “Please give me some water.”
계산서 주세요. (gyesanseo juseyo) 💵 → “Please give me the check.”

✅ Practice Tip:
Pick your favorite dish and order aloud: 비빔밥 하나 주세요. 🍚

💡 Mini Challenge:
Reply with your favorite Korean food! 😋

🍁 September Term – Open for Registration!
Practice real-life restaurant scenarios live in class. You’ll gain confidence ordering in Korean and enjoy speaking practice every week. 🌟
👉 Register for September Classes

Warmly,

Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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🌟 September Korean Classes Are Open for Registration! 📝

Dear Students & Parents,

Exciting news! Our September 2025 6-week term is now open for registration! 🎉 Classes run September 27 – November 16, 2025

At TheKoreanTutor.com, we provide expert-led, engaging online Korean classes for all ages:

Adults & Teens (15+):

Beginner Level 1 – Master Hangeul & pronunciation ✅
Beginner Level 2 – Build essential grammar & vocabulary ✅
Beginner Level 3B – Expand sentence structures & fluency ✅
Beginner Level 4B – Improve speaking & discussion skills ✅

Children (7–14 years old):

Beginner Levels 1A & 1B – Fun Hangeul learning & reading 📝
Beginner Levels 2A, 2B, 2E – Develop vocabulary, sentence building, & daily conversation 🗣️

Why Learn with TheKoreanTutor.com?

Courses designed by Suebeet Kim, founder, CEO & instructor 🏆
Textbooks authored by Suebeet Kim, specifically for each level 📚
Fast-track 6-week immersive programs with structured, interactive online classes 💻
Flexible learning via Teams – join from anywhere in the world 🌎
Unique Interactive Experience 💬 – every student gets time to speak and practice. Our classes are highly interactive, providing one-of-a-kind opportunities to actively use Korean in every session.
Additional learning support & resources included for children at no extra cost 🎁

📅 Schedule Highlights:

Adults: 50-minute weekly sessions
Children: 40-minute weekly sessions
Winter Holiday: November 24, 2025, to January 4, 2026 ❄️

Next Steps:

Register Here before September 26 to secure your spot! 🏃‍♂️💨
Unsure about your level? Check your Korean proficiency here

Give yourself—or your child—the gift of confidence in Korean this term! 🌟

Warm regards,
Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

📧 Questions? Reach us at hangulone@gmail.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

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📚 Master Korean Step-by-Step with the Focus Korean Series

Written by Suebeet Kim | Published by TheKoreanTutor.com
Now Available on Amazon

I’m excited to introduce my newly released Focus Korean textbook series—designed to help you build real-world Korean skills through structured, level-based learning. Whether you’re studying on your own or alongside my group classes, this series provides the tools you need to succeed.

Each book in the series is thoughtfully designed to guide beginner learners step-by-step with clear grammar explanations, thematic vocabulary, reading and speaking activities, and targeted practice exercises. What truly sets Focus Korean apart is its fully integrated video support—every unit comes with an exclusive video lesson to help you stay on track, build confidence, and reinforce your learning visually and audibly.

📘 Why Choose Focus Korean?

✔️ Designed for absolute beginners
✔️ Organized by level to match your pace
✔️ Ideal for both self-learners and classroom learners
✔️ Includes exclusive video lessons for every unit
✔️ Clear explanations in English for easy understanding
✔️ The only Korean textbook series of its kind

📗 Focus Korean: Beginner Level 1

Master Hangeul and take your first step in Korean.
This book focuses entirely on Hangeul—the Korean writing system. You’ll practice reading, writing, and pronunciation with guided support and exercises. Perfect for absolute beginners or anyone looking to build a solid foundation before moving into conversation and grammar.

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Form sentences and develop core communication skills.
Start building basic sentence structures and learn essential grammar patterns, particles, and vocabulary. You’ll practice introducing yourself, describing routines, asking questions, and more.

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📙 Focus Korean: Beginner Level 3A

Build confidence with real-world expression.
Learn how to express opinions, make polite requests, and navigate everyday situations with more natural Korean. Level 3A expands your grammar and introduces situational vocabulary with practical speaking and reading exercises.

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📒 Focus Korean: Beginner Level 3B

Sharpen grammar skills and communicate with greater nuance.
This book helps you describe time and duration, give directions, make comparisons, and connect ideas. With increased reading and conversation practice, Level 3B prepares you for more complex and fluent communication.

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🎥 Video Lessons for Every Unit

What makes Focus Korean truly unique? Every single unit is paired with a video lesson, making it one of the most effective self-study tools available. You’ll never feel lost—each concept is explained clearly and visually to ensure you’re learning correctly and confidently.

📘 What’s Next?

The Focus Korean journey doesn’t stop here. Upcoming titles include:
🔹 Beginner 4A & 4B
🔹 Beginner 5A & 5B
🔹 Beginner 6A & 6B
🔹 Intermediate, Advanced & Proficient-level books

Stay tuned—your path to fluency is just getting started.

🔗 Start Learning Today

Get your copy now and take the first step toward mastering Korean.

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🛒 Beginner Level 3A – Buy on Amazon
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