Thursday, January 3, 2013

Getting to know Korean

By Kendrick Hoitt


Koreans are progressively prevailing over the planet. This is seen in the sudden global acceptance of Korean dramas and other Korean performances. In fact, Korean pop, or more generally called K-POP, has currently been almost everybody's talk of the town. Imagine, they have already become well-known even though nobody is aware of precisely what they're saying! Though not very important, this can in fact be a reason why people must study the Korean dialect. Who knows, the verses of the songs people sing may not be suitable for various individuals.

One more reason to get to know the Korean dialect is because Koreans are starting to migrate to different areas of the earth. Philippine schools, for instance, are presently packed with a lot of Korean learners. To obtain exceptional relationships with them, we should at least learn even just a bit of their native tongue.

It is also nice to make a foreign friend and learn how to speak their language. Another benefit of learning Korean is that it would most likely be easier for you to communicate with them if ever you decide to go to their country or work with them. Many choose to get to know Korean because they would like to learn another language or because they want to be familiarized with the Korean culture. Others simply do it because out of whim.

Korean is in truth becoming one of the most studied language in the world, especially among the younger generation. In fact, this is among their first options when choosing a second language. This must be the outcome of their success in the entertainment industry along with the growing number of their industries. There are plenty of growing business opportunities in Korea, and those who wish to avail of these opportunities have to study the language. Among all the Asian dialects, Korean is actually the fastest to learn. When you learn this, it will be easier to learn and understand other Asian dialects, such as Japanese or Chinese.

Learning Korean is not difficult at all, especially if you are dedicated to understanding it. As opposed to Japanese or Chinese, the Korean dialect adopted lots of English terms and does not put importance on the tone. One can even learn a few Korean words or expressions just by observing their shows (assuming you read and understand the subtitles, of course). Despite the fact that this is not the most effective way to learn, it is rather practical, especially for people who can't afford to take courses. Yet another helpful media in learning the language is the Internet. People can search for translation websites or even download podcasts and listen to them everyday. YouTube is also a great Online site for learning. However, like everything else, it is best to study the Korean dialect by taking courses on it. There are many enterprises that offer Korean programs. Enlisting in one of those is a sure way for you to learn the language.




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