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Korea’s urban wildlife (1) Stray CATS (‘길고양이’, ‘길냥이’)
🐾 Korea’s Street Cat Culture: A Complex Coexistence South Korea’s urban landscape is home to a large population of street cats, often referred to as “길냥이” (gilnyang-i), meaning “road cats.” This phenomenon has grown over the years due to the increasing number of abandoned domestic cats. Whether due to financial hardship, relocation, or lack of…
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Korean subway culture for foreigners
🚇 Unspoken Rules of Riding the Korean Subway ; Korean subway culture for foreigners South Korea’s subway system is fast, clean, and impressively efficient—but it also comes with a set of unspoken social rules that locals follow instinctively. For visitors, understanding these customs can make your ride smoother and more respectful. 👶 Reserved Seats: For…
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Weird thing about Korean dessert, It’s Fried RICE!
🇰🇷 Korea’s Fried Rice Culture: More Than Just a Side Dish In Korea, fried rice isn’t just a meal—it’s a tradition, a finale, and sometimes the highlight of the entire dining experience. Whether you’re grilling meat at a barbecue restaurant, enjoying spicy tteokbokki at a street stall, or finishing a bubbling pot of gamjatang (pork…
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How to make Korean food (1) ; ‘부대찌개’ (Budae-JJI-gea, Millitary stew)
🍲 What Is Budae Jjigae? Budae jjigae, or Korean army stew, is a spicy, hearty dish born from post-war fusion—combining American ingredients like spam and baked beans with Korean staples like kimchi and gochugaru (chili flakes). Simmered in rich broth, it’s a one-pot comfort meal packed with flavor and history. 🧑🍳 How to Make It…
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You shouldn’t say ‘미안해’ or ‘고마워’ in any situation. Take a moment to reconsider!
In Korean culture, people are often warm, generous, and polite—but the language itself carries a deep sense of hierarchy and respect. One of the most important aspects is the distinction between formal speech (존댓말) and informal speech (반말). This isn’t just about grammar—it reflects social relationships, age, status, and context. Using the wrong level of…
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The underated Korean travel spot ; ‘변산반도’ (Byeon-san bando Peninsula in seo-hae)
Have you traveled to Korea? There are so many famous places in Korea for sightseeing, such as ‘경복궁’ (Gyeong-bokgung Palace), ‘남산’ (Namsan Mountain), and ‘종로’ (Jongno). But today, I’m going to introduce an underrated place to travel. It’s only known to a few people. The name of the place is ‘변산반도’ (Byeon-san bando Peninsula). Byeonsan…
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The BEAUTY of traditional Korea food ; It’s really good for YOU!
Have you heard about Korean food or Korean cuisine? Or, have you tried it? For a person who was born and raised in Korea, Korean food is the most beautiful thing about Korea. And please let me tell you why. First of all, Korean food is really good. I mean, it literally tastes good. Some…
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3 basic Korean words for beginners ; it can ease your visit to Korea
Hello to people who have plans to visit Korea or having interest in Korea. Or people who just stop by. As a Korean, I want to share some useful information about Korea from now on. I’m doing it because I want people from all around the globe to know more about Korea. First topic that…
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