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๐Ÿฒ Mini-Lesson 3: Ordering at a Restaurant

Eating out in Korea? Here are essential restaurant phrases! ๐Ÿ›

๐ŸŒธ Phrases:

  • ๋ฉ”๋‰ด ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (menyu juseyo) ๐Ÿ“– โ†’ โ€œPlease give me the menu.โ€
  • ์ด๊ฑฐ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (igeo juseyo) ๐Ÿ‘‰ โ†’ โ€œThis one, please.โ€
  • ๋ถˆ๊ณ ๊ธฐ ํ•˜๋‚˜ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (bulgogi hana juseyo) ๐Ÿฅฉ โ†’ โ€œOne bulgogi, please.โ€
  • ๋ฌผ ์ข€ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (mul jom juseyo) ๐Ÿ’ง โ†’ โ€œPlease give me some water.โ€
  • ๊ณ„์‚ฐ์„œ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. (gyesanseo juseyo) ๐Ÿ’ต โ†’ โ€œPlease give me the check.โ€

โœ… Practice Tip:
Pick your favorite dish and order aloud: ๋น„๋น”๋ฐฅ ํ•˜๋‚˜ ์ฃผ์„ธ์š”. ๐Ÿš

๐Ÿ’ก Mini Challenge:
Reply with your favorite Korean food! ๐Ÿ˜‹

๐Ÿย September Term โ€“ Open for Registration!
Practiceย real-life restaurant scenariosย live in class. Youโ€™ll gain confidence ordering in Korean and enjoy speaking practice every week. ๐ŸŒŸ
๐Ÿ‘‰ย Register for September Classes

Warmly,

Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005


๐ŸŒŸ September Korean Classes Are Open for Registration! ๐Ÿ“

Dear Students & Parents,

Exciting news! Ourย September 2025 6-week termย is now open for registration! ๐ŸŽ‰ Classes runย September 27 โ€“ November 16, 2025

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

Adults & Teens (15+):

  • Beginner Level 1 โ€“ Master Hangeul & pronunciation โœ…
  • Beginner Level 2 โ€“ Build essential grammar & vocabulary โœ…
  • Beginner Level 3B โ€“ Expand sentence structures & fluency โœ…
  • Beginner Level 4B โ€“ Improve speaking & discussion skills โœ…

Children (7โ€“14 years old):

  • Beginner Levels 1A & 1B โ€“ Fun Hangeul learning & reading ๐Ÿ“
  • Beginner Levels 2A, 2B, 2E โ€“ Develop vocabulary, sentence building, & daily conversation ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

Why Learn with TheKoreanTutor.com?

  • Courses designed by Suebeet Kim, founder, CEO & instructor ๐Ÿ†
  • Textbooks authored by Suebeet Kim, specifically for each level ๐Ÿ“š
  • Fast-track 6-week immersive programs with structured, interactive online classes ๐Ÿ’ป
  • Flexible learning via Teams โ€“ join from anywhere in the world ๐ŸŒŽ
  • Unique Interactive Experience ๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€“ 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 ๐ŸŽ

๐Ÿ“… Schedule Highlights:

  • Adults:ย 50-minute weekly sessions
  • Children:ย 40-minute weekly sessions
  • Winter Holiday: November 24, 2025, to January 4, 2026 โ„๏ธ

Next Steps:

Give yourselfโ€”or your childโ€”the gift of confidence in Korean this term! ๐ŸŒŸ

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

๐Ÿ“ง Questions? Reach us at hangulone@gmail.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005


๐Ÿ‘‹ Mini-Lesson 2: Meeting New People

Letโ€™s learn how to introduce yourself and meet new friends! ๐Ÿฅฐ

๐ŸŒธ Phrases:

  • ์ด๋ฆ„์ด ๋ญ์˜ˆ์š”? (ireumi mwoyeyo?) ๐Ÿ“ โ†’ โ€œWhatโ€™s your name?โ€
  • ๋งŒ๋‚˜์„œ ๋ฐ˜๊ฐ€์›Œ์š”. (mannaseo bangawoyo) ๐Ÿค โ†’ โ€œNice to meet youโ€
  • ์–ด๋””์„œ ์˜ค์…จ์–ด์š”? (eodiseo osyeosseoyo?) ๐ŸŒ โ†’ โ€œWhere are you from?โ€

โœ… Practice Tip:
Say aloud: ๋งŒ๋‚˜์„œ ๋ฐ˜๊ฐ€์›Œ์š”! ๐ŸŽต

๐Ÿ’ก Mini Challenge:
Reply with your name in Korean! ๐Ÿ–Š

๐Ÿย September Term โ€“ Join Us!
Practice introductions, make new friends, and gain confidence speaking Korean. Seats fill fastโ€”donโ€™t miss out! ๐ŸŒŸ
๐Ÿ‘‰ย Register for September Classes

Warmly,

Suebeet Kim
Founder, CEO & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005


๐Ÿ‘‹ Your First Everyday Korean Mini-Lesson: Greetings

Welcome to your Everyday Korean Mini-Lesson Series! ๐ŸŒธโœจ

Over the coming weeks, youโ€™ll receive bite-sized mini-lessons that are:

  • Quick & practicalย โ€“ learn and practice in just a few minutes
  • Fun & interactiveย โ€“ explore phrases, pronunciation tips, and mini challenges
  • Perfect for real lifeย โ€“ from greeting new friends ๐Ÿ‘‹ to traveling adventures โœˆ๏ธ

Letโ€™s kick things off with essential Korean greetings! ๐ŸŒŸ

๐ŸŒธ Phrases:

  • ์•ˆ๋…•ํ•˜์„ธ์š”. (annyeonghaseyo) ๐Ÿ‘‹ โ†’ โ€œHelloโ€ (polite)
  • ์•ˆ๋…•. (annyeong) ๐Ÿ˜„ โ†’ โ€œHi / Helloโ€ (casual)
  • ์ž˜ ์ง€๋‚ด์„ธ์š”? (jal jinaeseyo?) ๐Ÿ˜Š โ†’ โ€œHow are you?โ€ (polite)
  • ์ž˜ ์ง€๋‚ด? (jal jinae?) ๐Ÿ˜Ž โ†’ โ€œHow are you?โ€ (casual)
  • ๊ฐ์‚ฌํ•ฉ๋‹ˆ๋‹ค. (gamsahamnida) ๐Ÿ™ โ†’ โ€œThank youโ€
  • ์ฃ„์†กํ•ฉ๋‹ˆ๋‹ค. (joesonghamnida) ๐Ÿ˜… โ†’ โ€œIโ€™m sorry / Excuse meโ€

โœ… Practice Tip:
Say aloud: ์•ˆ๋…•ํ•˜์„ธ์š”! ์ž˜ ์ง€๋‚ด์„ธ์š”? ๐ŸŒŸ

๐Ÿ’ก Mini Challenge:
Reply with your own greeting in Korean! โœ๏ธ

๐Ÿ October Term โ€“ Classes Are Now Open!
Practice these phrases live with me in structured lessons. Our October term offers:

  • Interactive speakingย practice
  • Personalized guidance from me
    Seats are limitedโ€”secure your spot today! ๐ŸŽ“
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ย Register for October Classes

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

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005


โณ Spots Are Filling Fast! Fall Korean Classes for All Ages

Thank you to everyone who has already registered! ๐Ÿ’Œ Weโ€™ve had a fantastic response, and classes are nearly full.

If youโ€™re still thinking about joining โ€” now is the time:

๐Ÿ“˜ For Kids (7โ€“14):

  • Learn Korean in a fun, nurturing environment
  • Build long-term skills that support school and confidence

๐Ÿ“• For Adults:

  • Start speaking from Week 1
  • Learn practical Korean for work, travel, and communication

๐Ÿ•’ Weekly live Teams classes โ€” same time each week
๐Ÿงพ Easy-to-follow materials included
๐Ÿ’ฌ Personalized support and attention

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Term begins:

  • Adults: August 9
  • Children: August 10

โณ Registration closes soon:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Register now

Looking forward to seeing you (or your child) in class!

Warm regards,
Suebeet Kim
Founder & Instructor
TheKoreanTutor.com

Helping students connect with Korean language and culture since 2005

๐Ÿ“š Master Korean Step-by-Step with the Focus Korean Series

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

Iโ€™m excited to introduce my newly released Focus Korean textbook seriesโ€”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 supportโ€”every unit comes with an exclusive video lesson to help you stay on track, build confidence, and reinforce your learning visually and audibly.

๐Ÿ“˜ Why Choose Focus Korean?

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


๐Ÿ“— Focus Korean: Beginner Level 1

Master Hangeul and take your first step in Korean.
This book focuses entirely on Hangeulโ€”the Korean writing system. Youโ€™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.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Buy Beginner Level 1 on Amazon


๐Ÿ“˜ Focus Korean: Beginner Level 2

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

๐Ÿ‘‰ Buy Beginner Level 2 on Amazon


๐Ÿ“™ 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.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Buy Beginner Level 3A on Amazon


๐Ÿ“’ 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.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Buy Beginner Level 3B on Amazon


๐ŸŽฅ 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. Youโ€™ll never feel lostโ€”each concept is explained clearly and visually to ensure youโ€™re learning correctly and confidently.


๐Ÿ“˜ Whatโ€™s Next?

The Focus Korean journey doesnโ€™t stop here. Upcoming titles include:
๐Ÿ”น Beginner 4A & 4B
๐Ÿ”น Beginner 5A & 5B
๐Ÿ”น Beginner 6A & 6B
๐Ÿ”น Intermediate, Advanced & Proficient-level books

Stay tunedโ€”your path to fluency is just getting started.


๐Ÿ”— Start Learning Today

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

๐Ÿ›’ Beginner Level 1 โ€“ Buy on Amazon
๐Ÿ›’ Beginner Level 2 โ€“ Buy on Amazon
๐Ÿ›’ Beginner Level 3A โ€“ Buy on Amazon
๐Ÿ›’ Beginner Level 3B โ€“ Buy on Amazon

๐Ÿ”ฅSeats Filling Fast! Summer 2025 Korean Classes Close Soon

Spots Are Going Fast โ€” Claim Yours Before May 15!


Are you ready to level up your Korean this summer? Whether you’re starting from scratch or picking up where you left off, our 6-week Summer Term is designed to deliver structure, confidence, and resultsโ€”with expert instruction to guide every step.

But don’t waitโ€”registration closes May 15, and seats are already filling up!


๐Ÿ“… Summer 2025 Term at a Glance
Dates: May 16 โ€“ June 28, 2025
Format: Live Online via Microsoft Teams
Textbook: Focus Korean by your instructor, Suebeet Kim


๐Ÿง  Choose Your Level

๐Ÿ”ฐ Beginner Level 1
๐Ÿ“ Fridays @ 5:00 โ€“ 5:50 PM PT (No Class 5/23)
Start from zeroโ€”learn to read and write Hangeul, pronounce Korean correctly, and build a strong foundation.

๐Ÿ—ฃ Beginner Level 2
๐Ÿ“ Saturdays @ 10:50 โ€“ 11:40 AM PT (No Class 5/24)
Solidify present-tense grammar, grow your vocabulary, and start making full sentences.

๐Ÿ“š Beginner Level 3A
๐Ÿ“ Saturdays @ 1:10 โ€“ 2:00 PM PT (No Class 5/24)
Dive into past and future tenses and begin telling your own stories in Korean.

๐Ÿงฉ Beginner Level 3B
๐Ÿ“ Saturdays @ 12:00 โ€“ 12:50 PM PT (No Class 5/24)
Build conversational fluency with natural sentence patterns and real-life speaking practice.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Intermediate Level 1A
๐Ÿ“ Sundays @ 11:30 AM โ€“ 12:20 PM PT (No Class 5/25)
Move beyond the basics with indirect speech, complex questions, and more advanced dialogues.


๐ŸŒŸ Why Study with TheKoreanTutor.com?
โœ… Nearly 20 years of teaching expertise from Suebeet Kim
โœ… Small class sizes for personalized feedback and maximum speaking time
โœ… A proven, step-by-step curriculum designed for lasting progress
โœ… Lessons enriched with authentic Korean culture

No fluff, no guessworkโ€”just effective, goal-focused Korean instruction.


๐Ÿ“ Registration Closes May 15 โ€” Donโ€™t Miss Out!
Classes start as early as Friday, May 16. Reserve your spot today!

๐Ÿ‘‰ REGISTER NOW


๐Ÿ’ก Not Sure What Level to Choose?
โœ” Take our quick Korean Proficiency Check
โœ” Canโ€™t find your level? Join our waiting list to be first in line when new classes open


๐Ÿ“ฃ Hear What Students Are Saying!
Our learners consistently rate us 5 stars on GoogleYelpFacebookLinkedIn. Come see what the excitement is about!

Questions? Weโ€™re here to help!
๐Ÿ“ฉ Email us at hangulone@gmail.com

See you in class this summer!

Warmly,
Suebeet Kim
๐Ÿ“ TheKoreanTutor.com

Last Chance! ๐ŸŒžย Summer 2025 Korean Classes Almost Full โ€” Register by May 15

Inspire Curiosity and Confidence โ€” Korean Classes for Ages 7โ€“14 This Summer!


This summer, help your child explore a new language and culture through our engaging Korean language classes, designed especially for learners ages 7โ€“14. Whether theyโ€™re just starting out or ready to build on foundational skills, our small-group, live online classes provide the structure, support, and fun to help them thrive.

Each interactive session is led by a dedicated, experienced instructor and includes activities that make reading, writing, and speaking Korean both accessible and excitingโ€”while helping students build a genuine connection to Korean culture.


๐ŸŒž Summer 2025 Term Details
๐Ÿ“… Course Dates: May 16 โ€“ June 27, 2025 (6 Weeks)
๐Ÿ“ Registration Closes: May 15, 2025
๐Ÿ’ป Format: Live Online via Microsoft Teams


๐Ÿ“š Beginner Class Options

๐Ÿ”ค Beginner Level 1A
For students new to Korean. Learn to read and write Hangeul through interactive games and guided practice.
๐Ÿ•“ Fridays @ 4:00 โ€“ 4:40 PM PT (No class May 23)

๐Ÿงฑ Beginner Level 1B
Continue developing reading and writing fluency using basic syllables, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
๐Ÿ•“ Tuesdays @ 4:00 โ€“ 4:40 PM PT

๐Ÿ“– Beginner Level 2C
Build reading comprehension and speaking skills through short dialogues, storytelling, and simple conversations.
๐Ÿ•” Tuesdays @ 5:00 โ€“ 5:40 PM PT


๐ŸŒŸ Why Parents Choose TheKoreanTutor.com
โœ” Expert Instruction โ€“ Led by Suebeet Kim, a seasoned educator with nearly 20 years of experience
โœ” Small Class Sizes โ€“ Personalized support and more speaking practice in every session
โœ” Interactive Curriculum โ€“ Lessons feature storytelling, role-plays, and practical use of Korean
โœ” Cultural Enrichment โ€“ Go beyond language to explore Korean holidays, customs, and history


๐Ÿ’ฌ Hear What Parents Are Saying:

โ€œMy daughter gained so much confidence in just a few weeksโ€”she now reads Hangeul with ease!โ€ โ€” Jessica L.

โ€œThe lessons are structured yet fun. My son enjoys every session and is making impressive progress.โ€ โ€” Mark P.

Read more reviews on GoogleYelpFacebookLinkedIn!


๐Ÿ’ก Not Sure About Your Childโ€™s Level?
โœ” Take our Quick Korean Proficiency Check ๐Ÿ“‹ to find the right class
๐Ÿ”— Check Their Level Here

๐Ÿ“Œ No class available for their level?
๐Ÿ”— Join the Waitlist to be the first to hear when new sessions open


๐Ÿ“ข Registration Closes May 15 โ€” Limited Spots Available!
Reserve your childโ€™s seat today and let them experience a joyful, meaningful language journey this summer.

๐Ÿ”— Register Now


๐Ÿ“ฉ Questions? Weโ€™re happy to help.
Email us at hangulone@gmail.com

We look forward to welcoming your child to class!

Warm regards,
Suebeet Kim
๐Ÿ“ TheKoreanTutor.com

๐Ÿง’๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿป + ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿปโ€๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿปโ€๐ŸŽ“ Korean Classes for the Whole Family ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท

๐ŸŒž Summer 2025 Korean Classes for Adults & Children
Learn from anywhere with TheKoreanTutor.com


Ready to start or continue your Korean language journey? TheKoreanTutor.com is now enrolling for the 2025 Summer Term, offering engaging, structured online classes for both adults and children. Whether you’re learning for the first time or looking to build on your skills, we have the perfect class for you.


๐Ÿ“˜ For Adults โ€“ 6-Week Term (May 16 โ€“ June 28, 2025)

Our adult classes meet once a week and are designed for learners aged 15 and older. Each level builds practical speaking, reading, and writing skills in a supportive environment.

Course Schedule:

  • Beginner Level 1: Fridays @ 5 PM PT
    Start from zero. Master Hangeul and build pronunciation skills.
  • Beginner Level 2: Saturdays @ 10:50 AM PT
    Form sentences and engage in basic conversations.
  • Beginner Level 3A: Saturdays @ 1:10 PM PT
    Talk about past experiences and future plans.
  • Beginner Level 3B: Saturdays @ 12 PM PT
    Build fluency with longer, more natural conversations.
  • Intermediate Level 1A: Sundays @ 11:30 AM PT
    Learn indirect speech and express opinions with more depth.

๐Ÿ“˜ Textbook: Focus Korean, authored by Suebeet Kim


๐Ÿง’ For Children โ€“ Ages 7 to 14

Our children’s classes are fun, age-appropriate, and focused on confidence-building through Hangeul, storytelling, and games.

Course Schedule:

  • Beginner Level 1A: Fridays @ 4 PM PT
    Learn Hangeul through fun and interactive activities.
  • Beginner Level 1B: Tuesdays @ 4 PM PT
    Continue mastering letters, words, and simple reading.
  • Beginner Level 2C: Tuesdays @ 5 PM PT
    Grow reading and speaking skills through short dialogues and stories.

๐Ÿ“… Registration is Open Now until May 15, 2025
๐Ÿ’ป All classes are held online via Teams
๐ŸŒด Summer Break: No classes from July 1 to July 31, 2025


Reserve Your Spot Today โ†’
Spots are limited and fill up quicklyโ€”especially for beginner levels!


Have questions? Visit TheKoreanTutor.com or reply to this email for more info.

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