Learning Korean? 3 people share what works for them
As Korea celebrates Hangeul Day's 100th anniversary this month, The Korea Times asked three people learning Korean what drew them to the language, where they struggle now and which study habits have worked best for them. They range from a beginner in the United States to advanced speakers pursuing graduate degrees in Seoul. Name: Adrian Adams Level: Beginner Study tip: Constant exposure,…
The Korea Times interviewed three individuals who are currently learning the Korean language, each sharing their personal motivations, challenges, and study habits.
Adrian Adams, a 22-year-old church secretary from Springfield, Missouri, started learning Korean during the COVID-19 lockdowns. His interest began with a friend recommending some BTS songs and K-dramas, and soon grew beyond a pastime. Adams expressed admiration for Korean culture, noting its beauty and intricate nature, particularly in the spoken language.
To deepen his understanding, he followed Korean teachers on social media and used YouTube videos to learn Hangeul, eventually hiring a tutor to prepare for a surprise high school gift trip to Korea.
Another learner, whose name was not mentioned, is an advanced speaker pursuing graduate studies in Seoul. While their specific study habits and challenges were not detailed in the source, they highlighted the value of continued immersion and practice, even at an advanced level, to further their language proficiency.
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