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Korean for Beginners
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Korean for Beginners

Starting with Hangul, the Korean alphabet, this guide shows how letters form syllable blocks and how those blocks are pronounced. It then introduces polite everyday expressions, essential vocabulary, particles and basic verb endings, so you can read signs and menus, write short self-introductions and understand simple sentences used in common situations.

Levels
4
Starting from
250 credits
Category
Language Learning
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About this study guide

Many beginners are surprised by how quickly Hangul can be learned. This material devotes its opening pages to the alphabet, explaining each consonant and vowel, the way they stack into syllable blocks, and the sound changes that happen when syllables meet. With the script in hand, reading Korean words becomes a practical skill rather than a puzzle.

Next comes the structure of the sentence. You will read clear explanations of topic and subject particles, the subject-object-verb order, and the polite verb endings used with people you do not know well. Vocabulary sets cover numbers, both native Korean and Sino-Korean, as well as time, food, shopping and family, each illustrated with natural example sentences.

Four levels, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Expert, give the material a clear shape, so you always know where you are and what comes next.
Each level is unlocked separately

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Compare the levels below and add the one that suits you to your cart

01
Level 1

Beginner

250 credits

What this level includes

  • Covered in this level

    Covers every Hangul consonant and vowel, how letters stack into syllable blocks, and the main sound changes between syllables. It then introduces polite greetings such as annyeonghaseyo, numbers in both the native Korean and Sino-Korean systems, topic and subject particles, and the polite -yo verb ending.

  • Suited to

    This level is for complete newcomers to Korean who would like to begin with Hangul and build from there. It suits readers inspired by Korean dramas, music or travel plans who want a patient, well-structured introduction that makes the script feel manageable from the outset.

  • What you will be able to apply

    You will be able to read Hangul accurately, sound out signs and menus, and write a short self-introduction. You should also feel ready to build simple polite sentences about yourself and your daily life using basic particles and the present tense.

02
Level 2

Intermediate

450 credits

What this level includes

  • Covered in this level

    This level explains past and future tenses, object and location particles, connecting endings such as -go and -jiman, expressing ability and desire with -l su itda and -go sipda, and common irregular verbs. Vocabulary widens to shopping, directions, food, weather and hobbies.

  • Suited to

    Suited to readers who can read Hangul and use basic polite sentences but want to express more. If you would like to talk about past events and future plans, connect clauses and handle common situations in shops, cafés and on public transport, this stage fits well.

  • What you will be able to apply

    After this stage you should be able to describe what you did, say what you want or are able to do, and combine two ideas in one sentence. You will be able to read short Korean texts on everyday themes and write simple diary-style paragraphs.

03
Level 3

Advanced

750 credits

What this level includes

  • Covered in this level

    The material covers honorific forms with -si-, humble vocabulary, formal -mnida and casual banmal speech, indirect quotation, reasons and conditions with -eoseo, -nikka and -myeon, noun-modifying forms, and expressions of conjecture. Example texts compare the same message in different registers.

  • Suited to

    Designed for readers with a secure base in Korean who want to handle nuance, especially the speech levels that shape every conversation. It suits those who follow Korean media with subtitles and wish to understand more of the grammar and politeness they notice.

  • What you will be able to apply

    You will be able to choose an appropriate speech level for the person you address, report what others said and explain causes and conditions clearly. You should feel ready to read longer Korean passages and write connected texts with suitable politeness.

04
Level 4

Expert

1,050 credits

What this level includes

  • Covered in this level

    Explores four-character Sino-Korean idioms, proverbs, advanced sentence endings that convey attitude, the written styles used in newspapers and essays, nuanced patterns of conjecture and concession, and differences between spoken and written Korean. Carefully chosen extracts show how writers balance formality and warmth.

  • Suited to

    The deepest stage, for confident users of Korean who want refinement and a natural voice. It suits readers who engage with Korean literature, news or formal documents and wish to master subtle endings, idioms and the vocabulary that gives writing its character.

  • What you will be able to apply

    You should feel ready to read demanding Korean texts with close attention to tone and to write polished pieces in either a formal or relaxed style. You will be able to use idioms and endings deliberately, giving your Korean a considered personal character.

Levels are unlocked with credits from your balance. You can add more credits at any time.