Korean Language for Beginners

Use standard greetings and farewells (안녕하세요, 안녕히 가세요/계세요).

Introduce yourself with your name and nationality using the formal '[Noun]입니다' pattern.

Introduce objects and people using the polite '[Noun]이에요/예요' pattern.

Ask and answer 'What is this?' (이거 뭐예요?), 'Who is it?' (누구예요?), and 'Where are you from?' (어느 나라 사람이에요?).

Form simple negative statements using '[Noun]이/가 아닙니다' and '[Noun]이/가 아니에요'.

Use the demonstratives 이/그/저 (this/that/that over there) with nouns.

Recognize the difference between formal (e.g., -ㅂ니다/습니다) and polite (e.g., -아요/어요) speech levels in listening.

Role-play a simple dialogue of meeting someone and making introductions.

Identify the dictionary form (-다) and stem of common verbs and adjectives.

Conjugate verb/adjective stems into the present polite tense using -아요, -어요, and -해요.

Form simple Subject-Object-Verb sentences using the topic marker (은/는) and object marker (을/를).

Differentiate and use the topic marker (은/는) and the subject marker (이/가) in basic sentences.

Form basic negative sentences using '안' before a verb/adjective.

Form basic negative sentences using the '-지 않다' grammar pattern.

Construct simple sentences describing states and actions (e.g., 'The weather is good,' 'I study Korean').

Form questions using common question words: 뭐 (what), 누구 (who), 어디 (where), 언제 (when), 왜 (why).

Count using Sino-Korean numbers (일, 이, 삼...) for prices, dates, and minutes.

Count using Native Korean numbers (하나, 둘, 셋...) for counting items and hours.

Use common counters (e.g., 개, 명, 잔, 병) with the correct number system.

Tell the current time using Native Korean numbers for hours and Sino-Korean numbers for minutes.

Ask for and state prices of items in Korean Won (원).

Role-play a short Q&A dialogue using various question words.

Practice using numbers in a combined scenario of asking for the time and the price of an item.

Conjugate verbs and adjectives into the past tense using -았/었어요.

Describe a simple activity you performed yesterday or in the recent past.

Ask and answer questions about past actions and events.

Form sentences about future plans or intentions using the '-ㄹ/을 거예요' pattern.

Describe what you plan to do tomorrow or in the near future.

Ask and answer questions about future plans.

Use basic time adverbs for past and future (e.g., 어제, 오늘, 내일, 아까, 나중에).

Engage in a dialogue about your activities yesterday and your plans for tomorrow.

Use the location particle '에' to indicate a static location or destination (e.g., 'I am at home', 'I am going to school').

Use the location particle '에서' to indicate where an action takes place (e.g., 'I study at the library').

Use basic direction words (왼쪽, 오른쪽, 직진) and location nouns (위, 아래, 앞, 뒤, 옆).

Ask for directions using '...이/가 어디에 있어요?' (Where is...?)

Ask how to get to a location using '...에 어떻게 가요?' (How do I get to...?).

Understand simple spoken directions involving basic direction words.

Give a taxi driver your destination and use key phrases like 'Go straight' or 'Turn right'.

Role-play asking a pedestrian for directions to a nearby location like a subway station or bank.

Identify at least 15 common Korean food and drink items by name.

Order food and drinks at a restaurant using the '[Item] 주세요' pattern.

Make polite requests for items using '[Item] 좀 주세요' (Please give me some [item]).

Express preferences using 좋아하다 (to like) and 싫어하다 (to dislike).

State what you want to do using the '-고 싶다' grammar pattern (e.g., 'I want to eat bibimbap').

Ask for the bill and use simple payment-related phrases.

Role-play entering a restaurant, ordering a meal and drinks, and paying the bill.

Use demonstratives 이것/그것/저것 (this thing/that thing) to ask about items.

Describe items using basic adjectives for size, price, and quality (e.g., 크다/작다, 비싸다/싸다, 좋다/나쁘다).

Use basic color vocabulary to describe items.

Modify a noun with an adjective using the -(으)ㄴ form (e.g., 'a big bag' -> 큰 가방).

Ask 'How much is this?' (이거 얼마예요?) and understand the response.

Ask for a different size or color of an item.

Role-play a shopping scenario, including asking about an item, its price, and completing the purchase.

Connect two sentences or actions in sequence using the '-고' conjunction ('and' or 'and then').

Express a reason or cause for a situation using the '-아/어서' conjunction ('so' or 'because').

Suggest an activity or ask an opinion with '-ㄹ/을까요?' (Shall we...?).

Propose doing an activity together using '-ㅂ/읍시다' (Let's...).

Accept or decline invitations with appropriate phrases (e.g., 좋아요, 미안해요).

Describe your daily routine by connecting several actions using '-고'.

Role-play planning an outing with a friend, including suggesting an activity, setting a time, and deciding on a place.

Identify common age and relationship-based address terms (e.g., 오빠, 언니, 형, 누나, -씨, -님).

Understand the basic social rules for using polite speech (존댓말) vs. informal speech (반말).

Conjugate verbs and adjectives into the basic informal (반말) form.

Recognize and understand 8-10 frequently used K-drama expressions and reactions (e.g., 진짜?, 대박!, 아이고, 어떡해).

Distinguish between formal, polite, and casual speech levels when listening to a short dialogue.

Practice a short, simple exchange with a friend using informal speech (반말).

Analyze a short K-drama clip to identify the relationships between speakers based on their language.

Use common emotion vocabulary (e.g., 기쁘다, 슬프다, 피곤하다, 재미있다) to describe feelings.

Express having/not having an experience using the '-ㄴ/은 적이 있다/없다' pattern.

Ask and answer questions about past experiences (e.g., 'Have you ever been to Jeju Island?').

Express a personal opinion or thought using the '-(으)ㄴ/는 것 같다' pattern ('I think...' or 'It seems like...').

Agree or politely disagree with a statement using common phrases (맞아요, 제 생각은 달라요).

Use the '-지만' conjunction to connect two contrasting clauses ('but').

Engage in a guided dialogue sharing a recent experience and giving your opinion on it.

Deliver an extended self-introduction covering your name, nationality, job, and reason for learning Korean.

Explain the meaning and appropriate context for 3-5 common Korean proverbs (속담).

Engage in a multi-stage role-play, such as asking for directions to a restaurant and then ordering a meal.

Participate in simple small talk on familiar topics like weather, hobbies, and food.

Ask for permission or state that something is allowed using the '-아/어도 되다' pattern.

Summarize the key points of a short, slow-paced Korean news clip or audio blog for beginners.

Identify 3-4 effective resources and strategies for continuing your Korean learning journey (e.g., apps, websites, language exchange).