Common Words and Phrases PDF
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This document provides a list of common Korean words and phrases, along with explanations and examples. It's suitable for language learners or those interested in Korean culture. It includes polite expressions, cultural references, and mentions nationalities and professions.
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Common Words and Phrases 다이어트 (diet): Refers to the act of dieting or a specific diet plan. 음식 (food): General term for food. 김치 (kimchi): Traditional Korean fermented vegetable dish. 아침 (morning/breakfast): Meal consumed in the morning. 물 (water): Essential liqu...
Common Words and Phrases 다이어트 (diet): Refers to the act of dieting or a specific diet plan. 음식 (food): General term for food. 김치 (kimchi): Traditional Korean fermented vegetable dish. 아침 (morning/breakfast): Meal consumed in the morning. 물 (water): Essential liquid for hydration. (-을/-를) 먹어요 (to eat): Action of consuming food. (-을/-를) 봐요 (to see/to watch): Observing something visually. (-을/-를) 해요 (to do): Performing an action. (-에) 가다 (to go): Moving towards a location. (-에) 오다 (to come): Moving towards the speaker's location. (-을/-를) 듣다 (to listen): Paying attention to sounds. (-을/-를) 마시다 (to drink): Consuming liquids. (-을/-를) 만나다 (to meet): Coming into contact with someone. (-을/-를) 모르다 (to not know): Lack of knowledge about something. (-을/-를) 알다 (to know): Possessing knowledge about something. 바쁘다 (to be busy): State of being occupied with tasks. 좋다 (to be good): Expressing positivity or approval. 예쁘다 (to be pretty): Describing something as visually appealing. 많다 (to be many/much): Indicating a large quantity. 싸다 (to be cheap): Describing something as low in cost. 크다 (to be big): Referring to size or scale. 같이 (together): Indicates doing something in a group or jointly. 안 (not): Negation or denial. 왜 (why): Question word inquiring about reasons. 지금 (now): Present time or moment. 혹시 (by any chance): Used to introduce a polite question or request. 무슨 (what kind of): Asking about the type or category of something. 뭐 해요? (What are you doing?): Common question about someone's current activity. 음… (um…): Filler word used to indicate hesitation or thinking. 선글라스 (sunglasses): Eyewear for protection from the sun. 셔츠 (shirt): Upper body garment. 아프리카 (Africa): Continent. 이메일 (email): Electronic mail communication. 인터넷 쇼핑 (internet shopping): Purchasing goods online. 자켓 (jacket): Outerwear garment. 브런치 (brunch): Late morning meal combining breakfast and lunch. 샌드위치 (sandwich): Food item with fillings between bread slices. 생선 (fish): Aquatic animal consumed as food. 스무디 (smoothie): Blended beverage typically made with fruits and yogurt. 스파게티 (spaghetti): Italian pasta dish. 차 (tea): Hot or cold infused beverage. 파스타 (pasta): Italian noodle dish. 피자 (pizza): Baked dish with toppings on a bread base. 햄버거 (hamburger): Sandwich with a cooked patty in a bun. 중국어 숙제 (Chinese homework): Assignments related to the Chinese language. 주중 (weekday): Days from Monday to Friday. 주말 (weekend): Days of Saturday and Sunday. 토요일 (Saturday): Sixth day of the week. 일요일 (Sunday): Seventh day of the week. Polite Expressions and Actions (-을/-를) 하다 (to do): General action verb. 공부하다 (to study): Engaging in academic learning. 샤워하다 (to take a shower): Cleansing the body with water. 쇼핑하다 (to shop): Purchasing goods or services. 일하다 (to work): Performing job-related tasks. 전화하다 (to call): Making a telephone call. 조깅하다 (to jog): Running at a steady pace for exercise. 좋아하다 (to like): Expressing preference or fondness. 체크하다 (to check): Verifying or examining something. 배고프다 (to be hungry): Feeling the need to eat. 배부르다 (to be full): Sensation of having consumed enough food. 맵다 (to be spicy): Describing food with a hot or pungent flavor. 맛있다 (to be tasty): Indicating deliciousness or good flavor. 맛없다 (to be not tasty): Expressing dislike for the taste of something. 비싸다 (to be expensive): High in cost or price. 재미있다 (to be interesting/fun): Describing something as engaging or enjoyable. 보통 (usually): Typically or commonly. -에 (at, on, in): Preposition indicating location or time. 같이 ~ 아요/어요 (let’s ~ together): Suggesting doing an action together. 다이어트 해요 (I am on a diet): Statement indicating the act of dieting. 중국어 숙제해요 (I am doing Chinese homework): Informing about the completion of Chinese assignments. Cultural References and Social Interactions Nationalities and Professions 룸메이트 (roommate): Person sharing a living space. 네덜란드 사람 (Dutch person): Individual from the Netherlands. 인도네시아 사람 (Indonesian): Person from Indonesia. 필리핀 사람 (Philippine person): Individual from the Philippines. 일본어 (Japanese language): Language spoken in Japan. 커피 (coffee): Popular caffeinated beverage. 콜라 (cola): Carbonated soft drink. 쿵푸 (Kungfu): Chinese martial art. 러시아 (Russia): Country in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. 말레이시아 (Malaysia): Southeast Asian country. 베트남 (Vietnam): Southeast Asian country. 일본 (Japan): Island nation in East Asia. 캐나다 (Canada): North American country. 저 (I): First-person pronoun. 어느 (which): Interrogative pronoun for selection. 만나서 반갑습니다 (I am glad to meet you): Polite greeting upon meeting someone. 뭐예요? (What is it?): Inquiring about something. 어느 나라 사람이세요? (May I ask your nationality?): Asking about someone's nationality. 러시아 사람 (Russian): Person from Russia. 말레이시아 사람 (Malaysian): Individual from Malaysia. 베트남 사람 (Vietnamese): Person from Vietnam. 일본 사람 (Japanese): Individual from Japan. 캐나다 사람 (Canadian): Person from Canada. 저는 (As for me): Introducing oneself in a conversation. 처음 (first): Initial or starting point. 처음 뵙겠습니다 (I am glad to see you): Polite expression upon meeting someone for the first time. IT 컨설턴트 (IT consultant): Professional providing IT advisory services. 바텐더 (bartender): Person preparing and serving drinks. 셰프 (chef): Culinary professional responsible for food preparation. 그린티 라떼 (green tea latte): Beverage made with green tea and milk. 김치찌개 (Kimchi soup): Spicy Korean soup with fermented vegetables. 라떼 (latte): Coffee-based drink with steamed milk. 아이스 커피 (ice coffee): Chilled coffee beverage. 오렌지 주스 (orange juice): Citrus fruit juice. 카라멜 마끼아또 (Caramel Macchiato): Espresso-based coffee with caramel flavor. 카푸치노 (cappuccino): Espresso-based coffee with frothy milk. 파전 (green onion pancake): Savory Korean pancake with scallions. Language and Education 한국어 (Korean): Language spoken in Korea. 한글 (Hangul): Korean alphabet system. 요리사 (chef): Professional specializing in cooking. 의사 (doctor): Medical professional. 간호사 (nurse): Healthcare professional assisting patients. 그리고 (and): Conjunction linking two elements. 뭐 드시겠어요? (What would you like to have?): Polite way of asking someone's food preference. 이 친구 (this friend): Referring to a friend close to the speaker. 그 친구 (that friend): Indicating a friend closer to the listener. 저 친구 (that friend): Pointing to a friend far from both speaker and listener.