Smile Korean with Soyoung

Today’s expression: ‘속이 시원하다’ (sogi siwonhada) — to feel relieved when something that’s been bothering you is finally resolved. In this episode, I’ll share stories about finishing exams, catching up with a close friend...

Today’s expression: ‘편하다’ (pyeon-ha-da) — to feel comfortable or to be convenient. In this episode, we’ll learn how to use ‘편하다’ in everyday conversations through personal stories about friends, favorite sneakers, and...

Today’s expressions: 죄송합니다, 미안해요, 미안해, 미안, 괜찮아요 — I’m Sorry / It’s Okay In this episode of Smile Korean Beginner Korean, learn how to apologize in Korean and respond naturally in everyday situations. You’ll also learn...

Today’s expression: ‘마주치다’ (ma-ju-chi-da) - To run into someone Have you ever unexpectedly run into someone you know? In this episode, we’ll learn how to use ‘마주치다’ in everyday conversations. Through personal stories...

Today’s expression: 정이 많다 (jeongi manta) Have you ever become attached to someone or something simply because you’ve spent a lot of time with them? In Korean, we use 정이 많다 to describe someone who has a lot of affection...

Let’s learn three simple Korean expressions you can use every day! 1. 네 — Yes 2. 아니요 — No 3. 감사합니다 — Thank you This time, we’ll practice them slowly in Korean, so listen and repeat along with me! New Beginner Korean...

Today’s expression: ‘눈에 띄다’ (nune ttuida) Have you ever noticed someone or something that stood out from everyone else? In Korean, we often use ‘눈에 띄다’ when someone or something is especially noticeable or catches our...

Today’s topic is 한식 — Korean food! In this episode, I’m talking about some of my favorite Korean foods, like 김밥, 비빔밥, 불고기, 갈비, and 떡볶이. I also talk about some things that make Korean dining culture unique, like 반찬...

Today’s expression: ‘어색하다’ (eo-saek-ha-da) Have you ever been in a situation where you suddenly didn’t know what to say or do? Maybe you met someone for the first time, ran into an old friend after a long time, or found...

Welcome to the first episode of the Smile Korean Beginner Podcast! In this episode, we’re starting with one of the first things you’ll want to learn in Korean: how to say hello. You’ll learn the difference between 안녕하세요...

Today’s expression: ‘서두르다’ (seodureuda) Have you ever had to rush because you were running out of time? 서두르다 means to hurry or rush when you need to do something quickly. In this episode, we’ll also take a look at 다급하다...

Today’s Coffee Chat: Chuseok(추석) in Korea Have you ever wondered how Koreans celebrate Chuseok? In this episode, let’s talk about Chuseok, one of Korea’s biggest traditional holidays. I’ll share a little about Chuseok...

Today’s expression: 손이 크다, 발이 넓다 Have you ever made way more food than you needed? Or do you know a lot of people and often run into someone you know wherever you go? In Korean, we use the expressions ‘손이 크다’ and ‘발이...

Today’s expression: “익숙하다” (ik-suk-ha-da) Have you ever done something so many times that it started to feel natural? In Korean, we use “익숙하다” when something feels familiar because we’ve experienced it many times or...

Today’s expression: “말이 통하다” (mal-i tong-ha-da) Have you ever met someone who just gets you? Sometimes you can understand what someone means without them having to explain much. That’s when Koreans might say “말이 통하다.”...