Tag: Korean vocabulary

Everyday Household Necessities in Korean

When studying Korean, it is very helpful to know the words for everyday necessities—items you actually buy, use up, and replace.Note: Fixtures (sinks, toilets), large appliances, and furniture are not included here. Those are explained in a separate post on household facilities and furniture. 1) Bathroom & Personal Care (Core) 2) Personal Care (Sanitary &…
경조사 in Korean Culture: Celebrations and Condolences

The Korean word 경조사(慶弔事) refers to major life events that people experience — both joyful and sorrowful. In Korean society, attending such events is considered an important way of showing respect and maintaining relationships. 1. Meaning of 경조사 경조사 means significant personal events.Traditionally, these were described through 관혼상제 (gwanhonsangje) — the four major rites of…
Korean Expressions: Nunchi, Bunwigi, and Sense Explained

Introduction In Korean, social awareness is expressed with words like 눈치 (nunchi), 분위기 (bunwigi), and 센스 (sense). All three describe the ability to read situations and people, but each has its own nuance and common expressions. 1) 눈치 (nunchi) 1-1. 눈치 1-2. 눈치가 없다 1-3. 눈치보다 1-4. 눈치가 있다/빠르다 1-5. 비슷한 부정적 표현 1-6. 눈치…
Korean Words for Body Parts

1. Head & Face (머리와 얼굴) Head (머리) Face (얼굴) Eyes (눈) Nose (코) Mouth & Lips (입과 입술) Ear (귀) 2. Upper Body (상체) Fingers (손가락 세부) 3. Lower Body (하체) 4. Hair & Body Hair (머리카락과 체모) 5. Face Features & Skin (얼굴 특징과 피부) ✅ Example Sentences: Check out related posts
Guide to Korean Expressions for Taste, Smell, and Texture

Introduction Korean has a remarkably rich set of words to describe flavor, aroma, and texture. These expressions go far beyond “sweet” or “salty.” They can capture subtle differences in food, especially meat, and are even extended metaphorically to describe emotions and experiences. By learning these expressions, Korean learners can vividly talk about food and also…
Korean Cooking Utensils – Complete Guide

Learning the names of cooking utensils in Korean is very useful if you want to follow Korean recipes or work in a Korean kitchen. Below is a comprehensive list of modern kitchen tools, organized by category. 1. Cutting & Preparation Tools 2. Measuring Tools 3. Pots & Pans 4. Stirring & Serving Tools 5. Grinding…
Korean Vocabulary: Electronic Devices

In Korean, 전자 제품 (jeonja jepum) means “electronic devices or appliances.”Here is a complete list of common electronic devices categorized for easy learning. 1. Essential Household Electronics (집에서 꼭 필요한 전자 제품) 2. Kitchen Appliances (주방 가전) 3. Cleaning Appliances (청소 관련 전자 제품) 4. Personal Electronics (개인용 전자 제품) 5. Office & Study Devices…
Korean Furniture Vocabulary: Essential Guide

When learning Korean, furniture words are super practical—you’ll use them when describing your home, shopping, or giving directions. This guide organizes the most useful items by room, with simple example sentences in Korean and English. At the end, there’s a bonus list of bathroom fixtures (not furniture, but good to know). 1) General Essentials (어느…
How to Talk About Days in Korean

1. Basic Day Expressions ✅ Example: 2. Native Korean Counters (including “몇”) 👉 Note: 이레, 여드레, 아흐레 are rarely used today. People usually say 일주일 (칠 일), 팔 일, 구 일 instead. But in practice, 일주일 is the natural and common choice. ✅ Example: 3. Period and Time Expressions ✅ Example: 4. Weeks, Months, Years,…
50 Common Korean Job Titles

Learning job titles in Korean is very useful for daily conversations. Here are 50 common job titles in Korean, grouped by category, with English explanations and bilingual example sentences. 1. Students and Office Workers 2. Medical Field 3. Education and Research 4. Law and Administration 5. Safety and Military 6. Culture and Arts 7. Service…