Missionary Grammars and the Language of Translation in Korea (1876-1910)
Frontiers of Translation in Korean Language Education
Frontiers of Translation in Korean Language Education makes the case for the continuing relevance of translation in Korean as a Foreign Language (KFL) education.This book presents practical case studies of developing and implementing translation in KFL on scales ranging from extended programs - for example, the integration of a translation and interpreting internship program which responds to local community needs into the higher education curriculum - to single activities such as the comparison of English to Korean literary translations of the same source text to improve linguistic and cultural awareness.More theoretically-oriented works on the relationship of translation in KFL with fast-developing translation technology, the language of South Korean mass media, and the social processes of globalisation, are included alongside practical contributions. The substantive contributions are bookended by an introduction and conclusion, which provide overviews of the history and current disposition of translation in KFL and a prospectus for its future, respectively. Drawing on the work of researchers and practitioners based in higher education institutions across North America, Europe, and South Korea, both the practical and theoretical strands included in this collection come together to provide a well-rounded account of the most recent developments in Korean-language pedagogy, which will appeal to language teachers, particularly Korean language teachers, and the institutions that employ and train them.
Korean Conversation Gambits
Korean Conversation Gambits: Developing Spoken Language provides specific linguistic and communicative strategies that help Korean language learners engage in daily conversations as well as discussions and negotiations in work and academic contexts. The book presents, and provides practice in, spoken Korean gambits that will help speakers organise their conversations and frame the type of extended discourse that is common in spoken Korean. The book introduces students to strategies for getting thinking time, dealing with breakdowns in comprehension, asking for and providing clarification, exemplifying, floor-holding, interrupting, checking understanding, disagreeing, reformulating and organising longer stretches of discourse; for example, when giving presentations, telling stories or providing self-introductions. Korean Conversation Gambits: Developing Spoken Language comes complete with classroom-ready practice materials.This textbook can be used as a resource by both teachers and Korean learners from introductory to intermediate and proficient levels.
Lonely Planet Korean Phrasebook & Dictionary
Lonely Planet's Korean Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Korean phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order kimchi with ease, navigate road signs and chat with locals; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meaningsOrder with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoderSave time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertipsNever get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionaryBe prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminologyMeet friends with conversation starter phrasesGet your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guidesInside Lonely Planet's KoreanPhrasebook and Dictionary: Full-colour throughoutUser-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categoriesSurvival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cuesConvenient features5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go10 Ways to Start a Sentence10 Phrases to Sound like a LocalListen For - phrases you may hearLook For - phrases you may see on signsShortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrasesQandA - suggested answers to questions askedCoversBasics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rulesPractical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transportSocial - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weatherSafe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditionsFood - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredientsThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Korean Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)
Innovative Methods in Korean Language Teaching
Innovative Methods in Korean Language Teaching showcases research-based and experience-based contributions and reflections on the potential of adopting technological and non-technological innovations to promote Korean language students' learning.The chapters included in this book consider a wide range of innovative technologies and approaches, such as large language models, virtual reality solutions, metaverse platforms, multimodal teaching, and critical pedagogy, and represent a variety of geographical learning contexts from North America to Europe, from Korea to the broader Asia-Pacific region. Overall, these contributions make the case for embracing new technologies instead of banning them and for accepting pedagogical shifts that take into consideration contemporary understandings of the communication, teaching, and learning processes.This book will be of interest to graduate students, researchers, and practitioners of Korean language education and to those working on language teaching and learning in general, to inform future teaching practices through careful consideration of contemporary technologies and teaching approaches.
Korean Handwriting Workbook
Korean Handwriting Workbook: Modern Cursive Korean Writing Practice with Hangul, Words & Inspirational Quotes (Beginner to Intermediate)Master Korean cursive handwriting with this beginner-friendly workbook, taking you from foundational skills to inspirational quotes by notable figures.Inside You'll Find: Cursive Handwriting Practice - Develop your style from basic Hangul letters to complete words and phrases.Beginner to Intermediate Progression - Start with core characters and build up to quotes, making it accessible for all learners.Pronunciation Guide - Each word includes simple pronunciation hints to support accurate reading and speaking.10-Minute Daily Practice - Short, easy exercises ensure consistent progress in just minutes a day.With guided exercises and motivational quotes, the Korean Handwriting Workbook brings you closer to the Korean language and culture while honing essential skills.
Korean for Dummies
Learn Korean with the engaging Dummies method You love the culture, and you love the language. Korean For Dummies helps you get the basics of Korean so you can communicate successfully, even if you've never studied another language before. This fun guide will help you get the hang of spelling, vocabulary, and grammar, so you can travel, do business, or just enjoy learning something new. Online audio content gives you a well-rounded Korean language learning experience and helps you improve your pronunciation and listening skills. Plus, you'll learn key vocab for common situations you'll encounter while traveling in Korea. Learn Korean alphabets and sounds so you can communicate authentically Dip into the culture and history of North and South Korea Master numbers, verb tenses, travel expressions, and beyond Practice, practice, practice your Korean with included audio resources Beginner students or those wanting to better their Korean reading, writing, and speaking skills will find what they need in Korean For Dummies
The Language of Hallyu
The Language of Hallyu will re-examine the language of the Korean Wave by looking at popular K-content. In doing so, it will expose the meanings that get lost in translation, hidden under subtitles.Over the past decade, hallyu (the Korean wave) has exploded in popularity around the globe. K-films, K-drama, and K-pop were once small subcultures, known mostly by Korea's East and Southeast Asian neighbours and Korean diaspora. Now, K-content has entered the international mainstream. Consequently, interest in Korean language has grown, while interest in language learning in general has decreased. Many textbooks emphasise that Korean is a 'polite' language, but this book will highlight that this is not the case.The Language of Hallyu examines popular K-content, including Parasite (2019), Minari (2020), Squid Game (2021), and Pachinko (2022). The author introduces language stylistics to explain how Koreans style their language to suit every occasion. She argues that they do this via a process of visual scanning and social tuning, whereby visual clues are assessed in tangent with an individual's sociocultural awareness. The author concludes by highlighting the danger of the jondaemal/banmal (polite/casual speech) divide, demonstrating that Korean language is so much more than polite.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in Korean language and culture, particularly those interested in linguistics and pragmatics.
Super Cute & Easy Christmas Coloring Book for Japanese Language Learners
Relax and enjoy the holiday season with this super cute and easy Christmas coloring book for Korean language learners!From festive Christmas trees and cozy fireplaces to joyful reindeer and adorable gingerbread men, this coloring book combines the magic of the holiday season with the fun of learning Korean. Perfect for anyone who loves Christmas or wants a creative way to practice the Korean language, these delightful designs offer a relaxing and expressive way to unwind while immersing yourself in Korean vocabulary.The Super Cute & Easy Christmas Coloring Book includes: Festive favorites - Color your way through beloved Christmas scenes like Santa Claus, candy canes, snowmen, and more, while picking up essential Korean words and phrases along the way.Perfect for all ages - With its simple yet charming designs, this coloring book is great for adults, teens, and kids, making it a wonderful holiday activity for families or solo relaxation.Korean language learning (for beginners)- Each page features a fun and festive holiday theme alongside Korean words, helping learners at any level reinforce vocabulary in an engaging and enjoyable way.Beautifully crafted, easy and bold drawings - Sturdy pages are perfect for colored pencils or markers, so you can bring your holiday creations to life without worry.Whether you're learning Korean or just looking for a fun and relaxing way to celebrate the season, this Christmas coloring book provides the perfect blend of festive joy and language practice!
Korean for K-Pop and K-Drama Fans
A super-cute, full-color phrasebook covering all situations you are likely to encounter in Korea! Essential phrases for every situation -- whether watching your favorite K-drama series, catching up on the latest K-Pop news, hanging out with your friends, dealing with your boss, posting on social media, meeting the love of your life or recovering from a broken heart. Each chapter presents a range of short conversations of the type you might have with a friend, with vocabulary lists and key grammar tips. Each conversation is presented in Korean Hangul script as well as romanized Korean and English. Online audio recordings by native speakers make it easy to practice the conversations and improve your Korean pronunciation! Korean for K-Pop and K-Drama Fans is packed with language that you actually use in real life. Fun and useful phrases include: Pandora's new song is an All-Kill!She's so awesomely charismaticI got a ton of followers on my YouTube channelOnline shopping is my downfallI drank 5 bomb shotsI acted like a total idiotU so cute!You and your girlfriend are just so cringe!Is there something going on between Jiyoung and Junha?Your new jeans are fantabulous!You dumb-assOMG, no way!My hubby's on a biz tripWhether you're looking to expand your knowledge of Korean, or just a K-pop and K-drama fan, this book contains a treasure trove of useful language.
Korean Workbooks for Beginners
Discover the Elegance of Hangul with Our Korean Workbook for BeginnersUnlock the secrets of Korean writing with our comprehensive workbook designed specifically for adult learners. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance your vocabulary, this workbook is your passport to not only understanding but also mastering the Korean language.Crafted with care, this workbook blends the art of Korean calligraphy with practical handwriting exercises, ensuring a deep and engaging learning experience. Writing to Learn: Progress from basic strokes to writing full sentences with exercises that solidify learning.Handwriting Practice for Adults: Tailored practice that respects the maturity of adult learners, focusing on improving handwriting and comprehension.Korean Alphabet Workbook: Learn each letter of the Hangul alphabet with detailed guides.Learn Korean for Adult Beginners: Start your journey with fundamental phrases and expand to conversational vocabulary.Korean Writing Practice Book: Filled with activities to practice and perfect your Korean writing skills.Why Choose Our Workbook?Includes a guide on how to write in Korean, making it perfect for self-study.Designed for both self-taught learners and classroom use.Ideal for learners who enjoy the process of handwriting practice to remember new words and phrases.A special section for calligraphy practice to appreciate the beauty of Korean lettering.Transform Your Korean Learning ExperienceOur workbook is an invaluable resource for those who want to learn Korean for kids and adults alike. The journey of learning a new language should be as exciting as it is educational, and our workbook is a testament to that belief.Take the First StepReady to start writing in Korean? Add our workbook to your cart and begin the rewarding journey of Hangul today.
The Language of Food: Through the Lens of East Asian Films and Drama
The Language of Food: Through the Lens of East Asian Films and Drama invites readers into the fascinating world where food culture and language intersect, revealing how each dish communicates beyond mere taste.Through East Asian films and television shows, this book uncovers the rich tapestry of 'food languages' embedded within East Asian cultures. Divided into three parts - Base, Ingredients, and Seasoning - this book provides a structured exploration of this phenomenon. The Base section offers philosophical and historical context, while the Ingredients section delves deeper into specific themes, using examples from film and television drama to illustrate the nuanced communication inherent in food culture. Finally, the book is 'seasoned' with linguistic insights and a practical food words glossary, aiding readers in navigating the intricate verbal and cultural nuances at play. This illuminating resource goes beyond the realm of food itself, offering a profound understanding of how each dish carries its language, enriching communication and deepening cultural connections.This book will captivate students and researchers of East Asian languages, media studies, film studies, food studies, and Korean Wave studies and anyone intrigued by the intricate relationship between food and language.
Topics in Korean Language and Culture
Topics in Korean Language and Culture: Volume One covers 12 essential topics relating to both traditional and contemporary Korean culture and society.Each chapter consists of listening and reading passages, key expressions and grammar, and performance-based activities unfolding across different modes of oral and written communication. The grammar section is organized into foundation review, semantic distinction, and language function to help learners advance beyond the plateau of intermediate proficiency. All passages are carefully written to resemble authentic texts used by Korean native speakers and to include various text types and speech styles that learners will encounter in real life.The first volume specifically targets students in their third year of learning Korean. It is designed to accommodate a wide range of courses and curricula existing for Korean programs today. It is intended for a yearlong language sequence as well as an intensive topic course in speaking, reading, or writing.
Play and Talk Korean, Grade 1
Play and Talk Korean Workbook, Grade 1This workbook is a vibrant gateway to learning the essential Korean alphabet and phonics tailored for children or adults who hate to memorize boring textbooks.Through fun and easy puzzles and activities with colorful illustrations, your kid will naturally memorize Hangul and prepare for the reading, leading to a more engaging language-learning adventure.Why You'll Love This Korean Learning Activity Book: A Complete Approach: Lay the groundwork for bilingual learning as your child practices reading and writing in Korean.Pronunciation Guides: Each new word is introduced with detailed pronunciation instructions, ensuring a solid start for beginners.Extensive Learning Materials: Engage with a wide range of content, from the Korean alphabet to numbers, colors, foods, family terms, and more, designed to enrich essential language skills.Measurable Progress: A comprehensive review section at the book's end allows for assessing overall knowledge. An answer key and an English-Korean glossary will help access learning milestones.Cute and Colorful Design: Say goodbye to dull textbooks. This book offers plenty of space for children to complete each activity comfortably.Equip your young learner with the joy of reading and writing Korean. This workbook makes learning both fun and foundational, setting the stage for their future learning adventures.
Introduction to Korean as a Second Language
Introduction to Korean as a Second Language introduces the basic linguistic make-up of Korean and provides basic knowledge of second language acquisition and up-to-date research on how Korean is learned by adult second language learners (L2 Korean learners).The book synthesizes the existing research and suggests future directions for this relatively new but rapidly growing field. The book covers topics such as the Korean sound system, word and phrase structures of Korean, and meaning in Korean, making it a great resource for those who want to deepen their understanding of the Korean language. This textbook is ideal for use in Korean linguistics courses, and teaching and learning Korean as a foreign language courses. The book would also be good supplementary material for Korean language classes.
Hello Korean Volume 1
K-Drama star Lee Joon-gi teams up with Language Learning Experts to bring you this all-in-one guide for beginners who want to learn Korean as it's actually spoken in Seoul today! Korean is one of the fastest-growing second languages in the world, due to the huge popularity of Korean pop music, food and K-dramas. This book is designed to meet the needs of people who want to learn the language quickly and accurately--especially Korean pop culture fans! It features colorful drawings and a cast of youthful friends--Koreans and foreigners--who live in Seoul, hang out together, and have fun exploring the city. It also features Korean film and TV star Lee Joon-gi, who not only provides audio recordings of the dialogues, but contributes a series of stories about his favorite places and things to do in Seoul! Each chapter is organized as follows: An opening dialogue on a topic such as shopping or making plansA list of useful Korean vocabulary and everyday expressions that are commonly usedGrammar explanations, conversations and exercises to help you learn"Talking with Lee Joon-gi" when you can respond to prompts as though you are talking to him!A round-up summary of key words, phrases and concepts in the chapter"Lee Joon-gi's Seoul" -- The actor's favorite things to do, such as idol spotting! This book is designed by two leading Korean language experts--Jiyoung Park and Soyoung Yoo--to be used either as a classroom textbook or for self-study.
Beginning Korean
Beginning Korean is a Korean language textbook for use at the high school and college levels, involving characters who speak and interact in Korean using beginner-to-intermediate-level expressions, vocabulary, and grammar.The book contains a rich variety of natural-sounding dialogues involving characters from a diverse range of backgrounds as they exchange ideas, make plans, and socialize in a variety of natural contexts in Korea. The book provides a wide variety of conversational expressions, grammar notes, and vocabulary items, in addition to 'Cultural Insights' to expand users' understandings of and familiarity with Korean culture from more insider perspectives.Further supporting material, including audio, can be found at www.routledge.com/9781032687032. The book is designed around ACTFL's 5 Cs (Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities) and includes specific proficiency-based Can-Do learning goals for each unit. As such, the content, topics, and areas of focus in this book can be useful for a wide range of programs, educators, and learners of Korean.
New Generation Korean
New Generation Korean is an immersive and visually appealing resource specifically designed for secondary and post-secondary Korean language learners, as well as independent self-study enthusiasts. Meticulously crafted by experienced instructors with a deep understanding of the Korean language, this revised second edition presents targeted learning objectives and best-practice lessons across eight comprehensive chapters.With a focus on practicality and effectiveness, New Generation Korean guides students on a path toward attaining Korean language proficiency while fostering a genuine appreciation for Korean culture. To further enhance the learning experience, audio files are included, complementing the content with authentic auditory material. Convenient QR codes are provided throughout, facilitating quick access to audio clips, and promoting effective listening practice.
New Generation Korean Workbook
New Generation Korean Workbook serves as an invaluable companion to the New Generation Korean: Beginner Level textbook, supporting students in acquiring essential reading, writing, and comprehension skills in the Korean language. Designed to be user-friendly, this second edition spans eight chapters, aligning seamlessly with the textbook.Within each chapter, students will discover well-crafted practice questions accompanied by helpful cues, prompting them to reinforce their knowledge. The workbook also features QR codes strategically placed to facilitate access to audio clips, ensuring students have ample opportunities for listening comprehension exercises. Guided instruction and self-assessment opportunities throughout the workbook empower students to steadily build confidence as they engage in vocabulary expansion, grammar exercises, listening practice, and writing activities.
Keep Going
Embark on an enriching journey with the Motivational Korean Writing & Coloring Book, a unique combination of Korean writing practice and motivational quotes, tailored for adults at a beginner level. This workbook offers more than just a Korean study for beginners, it integrates art and wisdom to make learning Korean an enriching experience.Here's what you'll discover in this Hangul practice & coloring workbook: ✅ Inspirational Quotes: Engage in Korean Hangul writing practice with motivational quotes that not only inspire positivity and resilience but also provide wisdom to apply to your daily life.✅ Dual Language Practice: Each quote in this book, is written in Korean, but completed with an English translation to help improve your understanding and comprehension of the Korean language.✅ Art and Language Combined: As a unique Korean coloring book, it stimulates your creativity while helping you internalize the quotes and their meanings, turning language learning into a therapeutic activity.✅ For Beginner and Intermediate Levels: This Korean workbook for adult beginners and intermediate learners caters to all levels. No prior knowledge is necessary to enjoy and learn from this book.✅ Learning Reinforced by Art: By coloring the quotes you're practicing to write, you engage different parts of your brain, facilitating better memorization and understanding of Korean phrases and expressions.✅ Ideal Gift: Perfect for language learners, motivational quote lovers, or anyone looking for a creative yet educational pastime. It's a unique gift that brings together personal growth, relaxation, and language learning in a simple, beginner-friendly format.Begin your enriching journey with the "Keep Going: Motivational Korean Writing & Coloring Book" today, and experience the joy of learning the Korean language through the inspirational lens of motivational quotes.​​​​​​​Are you ready for this transformative journey? Grab a copy today!
The K-Wave On-Screen
The K-Wave On-Screen provides an engaging and accessible exploration of the meaning of 'K-' through the lens of words and objects in K-dramas and K-films. Once a small subculture known only to South Korea's East Asian neighbours, the Korean Wave has exploded in popularity around the globe in the last decade. Its success has been fuelled by social media and the advanced technological capabilities of South Korea. With #KpopTwitter having amassed 7.8 billion tweets and with K-films receiving acclaim from major award ceremonies, the K-wave is now a global cultural phenomenon. This book touches on globally popular productions, such as Parasite (2019), Squid Game (2021), Pachinko (2022), SKY Castle (2018), and Kim Ji-young: Born 1982 (2019) to highlight that K- has departed from the traditional meaning of 'Korean-ness' to become a new, globally-informed, and hybrid entity.This book will be of interest to students in East Asian studies, and those engaged with Korean language learning. The book will also appeal to those interested in Korean culture and media.
Keep Going
Embark on an enriching journey with the Motivational Korean Writing & Coloring Book, a unique combination of Korean writing practice and motivational quotes, tailored for adults at a beginner level. This workbook offers more than just a Korean study for beginners, it integrates art and wisdom to make learning Korean an enriching experience.Here's what you'll discover in this Hangul practice & coloring workbook: ✅ Inspirational Quotes: Engage in Korean Hangul writing practice with motivational quotes that not only inspire positivity and resilience but also provide wisdom to apply to your daily life.✅ Dual Language Practice: Each quote in this book, is written in Korean, but completed with an English translation to help improve your understanding and comprehension of the Korean language.✅ Art and Language Combined: As a unique Korean coloring book, it stimulates your creativity while helping you internalize the quotes and their meanings, turning language learning into a therapeutic activity.✅ For Beginner and Intermediate Levels: This Korean workbook for adult beginners and intermediate learners caters to all levels. No prior knowledge is necessary to enjoy and learn from this book.✅ Learning Reinforced by Art: By coloring the quotes you're practicing to write, you engage different parts of your brain, facilitating better memorization and understanding of Korean phrases and expressions.✅ Ideal Gift: Perfect for language learners, motivational quote lovers, or anyone looking for a creative yet educational pastime. It's a unique gift that brings together personal growth, relaxation, and language learning in a simple, beginner-friendly format.Begin your enriching journey with the "Keep Going: Motivational Korean Writing & Coloring Book" today, and experience the joy of learning the Korean language through the inspirational lens of motivational quotes.​​​​​​​Are you ready for this transformative journey? Grab a copy today!
Hello Korean Volume 2
Learn Korean as it's actually spoken today in Seoul! Korean is one of the fastest-growing second languages in the world, due to the huge popularity of K-pop music, Korean food and K-dramas. This book picks up where the first volume ends, and is designed for people who want to learn to speak Korean quickly and correctly--especially K-Pop and K-Drama fans! Hello Korean features colorful drawings and a cast of young foreigners who are living in Seoul, hanging out together and having fun exploring the city. It features Korean film and TV star Lee Joon-gi, who not only reads the dialogues but contributes a series of stories about his favorite places and things to do in Korea! Each chapter is organized as follows: An opening dialogue on an everyday topic such as going out or meeting someoneA list of useful vocabulary and everyday expressionsGrammar explanations, conversations and practice exercises "Talking with Lee Joon-gi" Respond to the prompts as though you are speaking to him! "Lee Joon-gi's Top Travel Sites" describing the actor's favorite places in Korea! This book is designed by two leading Korean language teachers--Jiyoung Park and Soyoung Yoo--to be used for self-study or classroom instruction.
Korean K-Pop and K-Drama Language Workbook
Learn to Write and Read the Korean Hangul Alphabet with K-Pop and K-Drama Words and Phrases! This comprehensive workbook is designed to teach beginners how to write and read the Korean Hangul script. It features a complete introduction to the Hangul letters and syllable combinations, with reference charts and guided writing exercises that show you the correct way to write each letter and how to combine them to form words. This all-in-one learning tool includes 14 pages of writing practice exercises for words commonly found in K-Pop songs and K-Drama shows, and over 100 pages of blank writing grids for handwriting practice with lined pages for note-taking. Free online audio recordings by native Korean speakers teach you the correct sounds and pronunciations of all the letters and words in the book.
Korean Conversations and Debating
Is social media a waste of time? Is love with an artificial intelligence being possible? Gather your opinions and get ready to DEBATE IN KOREAN! Korean Conversations and Debating offers intermediate and advanced level students the tools they need to bring their conversation skills to the next level. Each of the eight chapters is based around a fascinating topic relating to a controversial subject: Is social media a waste of time? Are print books better than e-books? Is virtual currency the future? Designed for both self-study as well as classroom use, each chapter opens with a reading passage to introduce the topic, along with guided lessons, vocabulary lists and exercises both written and verbal. The topics and reading passages increase in difficulty as the book progresses from a lower-intermediate level to a more advanced level by the end. Free online audio recordings are available for all the Korean passages, along with a comprehensive Korean-English glossary. Students will gain confidence and fluency in their speaking and writing, along with: Develop advanced reading skills with interesting reading passages on controversial topicsExpand their vocabulary for speaking in Korean about a variety of subjectsConsolidate their use of correct grammar and more natural-sounding sentencesDevelop the ability to express opinions in both written and spoken KoreanUse the art of persuasion and sophisticated verbal and written strategies of KoreaRead and debate about current controversial topics! Including: Is virtual currency the future of the economy?Can anyone be successful no matter what social status they are born with?Should pop stars and idols be exempt from military service?Are print books better than e-books?Is a low birth rate detrimental or beneficial to society?
K-Pop Word Search
Blast off into a retro journey with the "K-Pop Word Search" book, a delightful combination of language learning and nostalgic Korean pop culture. Not only does this workbook offer an exciting twist to 'Korean for beginners', but it also transports you back to the golden era of Korean pop culture.Here's what you'll discover in "K-Pop Word Search" ✅ Over 500 Word Searches: Immerse yourself in a vast array of puzzles, each introducing new words and expanding your Korean vocabulary.✅ Pop Culture Time Capsule: Discover over 500 words related to K-Pop and K-Dramas from the 90s and 2000s. Each page is a nostalgic trip down memory lane, making learning Korean an enjoyable ride.✅ For All and Sundry: This isn't just for K-Pop fans. Anyone with an interest in Korean language or culture, or those who simply love a good puzzle, will find this book an absolute treat.✅ Fun and Informative: In addition to language learning, get to know more about the cultural context of iconic songs, dramas, and movies that define the 90s and 2000s in Korea.✅ Ideal Gift: Perfect for language enthusiasts, Hallyu fanatics, or simply for anyone looking to have fun while expanding their knowledge. It's a unique gift that brings both education and entertainment.Don't wait, dive into the "K-Pop Word Search" today, and experience the magic of learning Korean language through the colorful lens of pop culture. Are you ready for this unforgettable journey?
Missionary Translators
Exploring the history of missionary translation of Christian texts in East Asia, this book offers a comparative perspective between the features of East Asian languages and the historical context of the translation. Focusing on the Bible and Christian theological works, it looks at the intersection of linguistics and translation studies.
On Translating Modern Korean Poetry
This research monograph explores the intricacies and complexities of translating modern Korean poetry. It highlights the difficulties entailed in translating Korean poetry, due to the lexical, structural, social, expressive and attitudinal levels with which the translator must be engaged.
Understanding Korean Film
Understanding Korean Film: A Cross-Cultural Perspective explains the potential meaning of a selection of common Korean verbal and non-verbal expressions in a range of contexts in South Korean film that are often untranslatable for English-speaking Western viewers.
Conversational Korean
Current and useful phrases for K-Pop and K-Drama Fans! This super-cute, full-color phrasebook covers all the situations you are likely to encounter in daily life, whether at school, work, hanging out with your friends, discussing your favorite K-Pop bands, having computer problems, meeting the love of your life or suffering from a broken heart. Frequent cultural notes give useful guidelines on a wide variety of topics including how to use formal and informal language and tips for visiting popular tourist destinations such as Seoul, Busan and Jeju. You'll also find nuggets of useful information on topics ranging from best Korean food and traditional alcohol to the symbolism of dreams in Korean culture! The unique features of this phrase book are that it includes a much wider range of situations than the usual phrasebook and the phrases reflect the kind of language you actually use! For example, as well as basic greetings, transport, and restaurants, there are sections on plastic surgery, beards and moustaches, smoking, and jealousy and betrayal. Useful and authentic phrases you'll find include: Stop bugging me!Math is a pain in the ass I have to pee. Where should I put the recyclables? He is butt ugly. You don't look like you had plastic surgery. Do you mind if I say a prayer before eating? I'm pissed off! BTS is my favorite Korean group. He has commitment issues. This break up is killing me. I just got paid yesterday; I'm loaded.Packed with cute illustrations, and all words and phrases are given in Hangul script, romanized Korean and English, making it easy to memorize useful language even if you are a complete beginner. Whether you're traveling to Korea or just an armchair fan of K-pop and K-drama, this book will provide you with a treasure trove of useful language and deeper insights into Korean culture.
Writing Conversational Korean Book Three
ANSWER OVER 200 WRITING PROMPTSWriting Conversational Korean: Book Three is designed to help the intermediate or advanced Korean learner practice their conversational writing skills by answering writing prompts over five themed chapters: family, feelings, desires, relationships, and friends. Answer over two hundred writing prompts, including: "부모님은 어떻게 처음 만났어요?" (How did your parents meet?) "치과에 가는 것이 두려우세요?" (Do you fear going to the dentist?), and "어떤 결혼식을 꿈꾸나요?" (What is your dream wedding?).It is the third book in a series of four, each covering different topics (see below).EXPAND YOUR VOCABULARYEach page of writing prompts includes useful related vocabulary to inspire you as you write your answers. There are over five hundred vocabulary words featured in Writing Conversational Korean: Book Three, including slang, short phrases, and natural expressions.READ WHAT NATIVE KOREAN SPEAKERS WROTEEach chapter ends with a section showing natural Korean writing samples submitted by native Korean speakers. Read what they wrote in response to questions like: "아이들이 축복이라고 생각하나요, 부담이라고 생각하나요, 아니면 둘 다라고 생각하나요?" (Do you think children are a blessing, a burden, or both?), "만약에 10억이 생긴다면 무슨일을 하고 싶어요?" (If you won a million dollars, what would you do?), and "가지고 싶은 초능력에 대해 적어보세요." (Describe a superpower you wish you had). Challenge your reading comprehension through these native writing samples, and check your understanding with translations in the back of the book.LISTEN TO WHAT NATIVE KOREAN SPEAKERS SAIDExperience the writing prompts in context while learning about Korean culture. On certain writing prompts, follow QR codes to listen to related YouTube videos. Reinforce vocabulary and grammar that you've learned while encountering new vocabulary and grammar to help you write your own answers. Discover authentic content and practice your listening skills in a fun way!PRACTICE FOR REAL CONVERSATIONSUse the writing prompts to prepare for conversations with native speakers. Practice with conversation topics you can actually use, like: "데이트 할때 바람 맞아 본적이 있어요?" (Have you ever been stood up for a date?), "당신에게 원한이 있는 사람이 있나요?" (Do you have any enemies?), and "거미가 무서우세요?" (Are you scared of spiders?). After writing your own answer in a safe space - learning the relevant vocabulary and grammar you need to express your thoughts - use these writing prompts in real life and boost your conversation skills.WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR?Writing Conversational Korean: Book Three is intended for advanced level Korean language learners, though it would also be useful for intermediate learners. Book Three includes minimal English, and is written predominantly in Korean. While the marjority of the book is immersive, the natural Korean writing samples submitted by native Korean speakers do have corresponding English translations in the final chapter.The Writing Conversational Korean series: Book One: Expe
Learn Korean for Beginners - Basic Korean Simplified for You
Learning a language can be challenging, but with Learn Korean for Beginners, you can actually have fun while mastering the basics. Korean is one of the most spoken language in East Asia with a deep insight into culture, tradition and literature.This book contains engaging lessons that will help you enhance your vocabulary and grammar within weeks. Here are the chapters we cover in the book: Chapter 1: Introduction to Korean LanguageChapter 2: Alphabet and PronunciationChapter 3: Greetings and Basic ConversationChapter 4: Numbers and CountingChapter 5: Korean Grammar BasicsChapter 6: Adjectives and AdverbsChapter 7: Verbs and TensesChapter 8: Nouns and ArticlesChapter 9: Questions and NegationChapter 10: Korean HonorificsChapter 11: Korean Vocabulary: Family vocabularyTime vocabularyColors vocabularyWeather vocabularyAnimals vocabularyTransportation vocabularyFood vocabularyClothing vocabularyEmotions vocabularyChapter 12: Korean Idioms and ExpressionsChapter 13: Korean Culture and EtiquetteChapter 14: Korean Writing SystemChapter 15: Korean Slang and Colloquialisms
Writing Conversational Korean for Beginners
What is Writing Conversational Korean For Beginners?This book is designed to help beginner learners develop their Korean writing skills. The contents are organized around 24 different writing prompts, which aim to get you talking about topics that are related to your own life. Within each chapter, you can: Practice your reading & comprehension skills by reading simple, yet natural Korean sentencesPractice reading Korean handwritingLearn new vocabulary (in total, over 800 unique vocabulary words are included for your convenience)See Korean sentences broken down into their vocabulary and grammarRead Korean grammar explanations that show how a grammar form is used to create meaning & structureSee how grammar forms can be combined to create new meaningsTest your grammar knowledge & skillsPractice your sentence-building skillsMake sentences that are relevant to your life & experiencesRead natural conversationsLearn about Korean society & culture What are the prompts?무슨 일을 하세요? What do you do for work? / What's your job?어떤 계절을 가장 좋아하세요? What's your favorite season?취미가 뭐예요? What are your hobbies?베이킹을 할 수 있어요? Can you bake?무엇으로 하루를 시작해요? What do you do to start your day?한국에 가 본 적이 있나요? Have you ever been to Korea?여행하는 것을 좋아하세요? Do you like traveling?보통 건강을 위해 뭘 하세요? What do you usually do for your health?가장 싫어하는 집안일은 무엇인가요? What chore do you hate the most?제일 좋아하는 명절은 뭐예요? What's your favorite holiday?요리하는 것을 좋아하세요? Do you like to cook?최근에 어떤 고민이 있어요? What are you worried about lately?어떤 종류의 음악을 좋아하세요? What kind of music do you like?보통 어떻게 운동을 하나요? How do you usually exercise?병원에 입원한 적이 있어요? Have you ever been hospitalized?이상형은 어떤 사람이에요? What kind of person is your ideal type?어떤 것을 가르칠 수 있어요? What can you teach?여름에 즐겨하는 것이 뭐예요? What do you enjoy doing in the summer?영화를 보면 자주 울어요? Do you often cry when you watch movies?파티에 가는 것을 좋아하세요? Do you like to go to parties?개와 고양이 중에 어떤 동물을 좋아해요? Do you prefer dogs or cats?싫어하는 음식은 뭐예요? What foods do you hate?혼자서 살고 싶어요? Do you want to live alone?아침형 인간이에요? 저녁형 인간이에요? Are you a morning person or a night owl?What do I need in order to use
A Linguistic Image of Womanhood in South Korea
A Linguistic Image of Womanhood in South Korea examines the verbal and non-verbal techniques used by contemporary South Korean women to navigate their society. South Korea is extremely hierarchical, and this is expressed through a complex array of different politeness levels in words, gestures, and behaviours. These hierarchies were formed over 500 years ago with the introduction of Neo-Confucianism from China, but patriarchal and paternalistic values still linger in contemporary Korean society. In this book, the authors have coined the term 'language cosmetics' to describe how women in South Korea modify their language and behaviour to conform to social expectations. The book examines womanhood and femininity as seen in popular Korean films, K-dramas, and K-pop. The authors note that feminine language and behaviour are not limited to women (as seen by the practice of aegyo or 'acting cute' within Korean boy bands), and they describe the tensions between gender hierarchy and socioeconomic status (as seen in the powerful and elegant samonim ladies of K-drama). This book will be informative for those studying and researching in the fields of Asian studies, cultural studies, linguistics, and East Asian languages, particularly those analysing how society and gender have an impact upon language.
Korean
In this accessible survey, two leading specialists introduce a broad range of topics in Korean linguistics, including the general historical background of the language, its phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics, and the interfaces between those areas. Expertly written and drawing on the authors' many years of experience, the book answers questions such as what languages is Korean related to, what is unique about the Korean sound system, and how are 'subject' and 'topic' distinguished in Korean. It guides the student through the major issues in Korean linguistics in a theory-neutral way, at the same time discussing the latest research on the language, and exploring its unique writing system, which has long been a topic of interest to linguists and to those interested in writing systems in general. It is the ideal introduction for students both at the beginning of their studies, and at a more advanced level.
Fifty Helps
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An Introduction to the Korean Spoken Language
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
New Generation Korean Workbook
New Generation Korean Workbook is a student-friendly resource for acquiring advanced Korean language skills, including reading, writing, and comprehension. It is designed to accompany the textbook, New Generation Korean: Advanced Level.Each chapter in the workbook includes extensive practice questions with cues that prompt students to either choose, match, or fill in the blanks. Throughout the book, QR codes link to audio clips for listening and reading comprehension exercises. With guidance in every lesson and self-assessment opportunities, students will build confidence while working through vocabulary, grammar, listening, and writing activities.
New Generation Korean
Attractive and easy to navigate, New Generation Korean 3 is a full-colour and engaging textbook designed for Korean language learners at the secondary and post-secondary education levels, as well as for independent self-study learners. Building on the content in the intermediate textbook, the advanced volume presents learning goals and best practice lessons developed by professors with extensive Korean language teaching experience. The textbook is appended with lists of vocabulary, answer keys, Korean scripts, and English translations.With classroom-tested lessons, New Generation Korean 3 will guide students to effective and efficient learning of the Korean language and an appreciation of Korean culture. The heavily illustrated textbook is accompanied by a workbook, audio files, and PowerPoint slides.
The Syntactic Structures of Korean
Covering both core and peripheral phenomena, The Syntactic Structures of Korean is a concrete and precise grammar of the language. Based on the framework of Sign-based Construction Grammar, it provides a grammar of Korean which is computationally implementable and cognitively viable. Remarkably broad, yet in-depth, it is an outstanding analysis of Korean syntax and semantics which will be welcomed by those working in linguistics and the Korean language.
