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More Making Out in Korea is a fun, accessible and thorough Korean phrase book and guide to the Korean language as it's really spoken.Now in its third edition, this is the perfect introduction to Korean as it's really spoken—from everyday interactions to basic questions to the language of love. It includes phrases and tidbits of information on a variety of social situations such as eating out, traveling texting, and much more. More Making Out in Korean features a pronunciation guide and basic grammar, as well as guidelines for the use of polite and informal phrases so you'll never put a foot wrong when: Meeting and getting to know peopleExploring clubs and barsGetting serious in relationshipsTalking to friends through social mediaEach expression in this Korean phrasebook is given in Korean script as well as the Romanized form to enhance your experience of the language (and help you with "written socializing" on computers and gadgets). Full of colorful slang, straight talk and a little cultural savvy on the side, this book has what you need to get started. Pick it up and get ready to converse.

Master Korean grammar and speak and write like a native—fast, clearly, and confidently!Essential Korean Grammar is the ultimate guide for learners who already know some Korean and want to speak and write the language correctly and naturally—as Koreans do.Whether you're preparing for the TOPIK exam, a business meeting, or traveling to Korea, this book gives you all the essential grammar points in a compact, logical form. It helps you communicate naturally, expand your vocabulary, and build confidence in real-world situations.With Essential Korean Grammar, you will:Express yourself clearly, just like native Korean speakersUse Korean expressions, idioms, and sentences correctlyAvoid common grammatical errors made by non-native learnersCommunicate fluently using everyday Korean vocabulary and sentence patternsEach grammar item is rated with a star system so you can focus on what's most useful for your level and goals:5 stars = critical grammar for everyday communication1 star = optional knowledge, useful for advanced study or TOPIK prepPerfect for self-study learners, Korean language students, travelers, or business professionals, this book is your toolbox for speaking, reading, and writing Korean naturally and confidently.

Designed for beginning Korean learners, Practical Korean gives you only what you need—including an essential pronunciation guide and key grammar points.This concise Korean language book is organized into 46 easy lessons that help you grasp everything from names and greetings to casual remarks. It is designed for English speakers who plan to travel to Korea—whether for business, study or fun—although it can be used by anyone wishing to learn Korean and acquire a basic working knowledge of conversational Korean in a short period. Engagingly illustrated with manga drawings, this volume includes:A basic pronunciation guideEssential Korean vocabulary and practical sentencesInformation on sentence patterns and critical Korean grammar pointsA 3,000-word Korean-to-English and English-to-Korean dictionary Online audio with native speaker audio recordings to aid pronunciationEven readers without any prior knowledge of the Korean language will grasp the necessary basics fast and painlessly! It's convenient size makes Practical Korean highly portable. Slip it into your luggage and start conversing when you land!All media content is accessible on the Tuttle Publishing website.

Today, South Korea as an economic, technological, and entertainment superpower. How, as a country, did they rebound from war, poverty and political unrest? And how can that success be replicated in other cultures? These answers can in fact be found in understanding the beliefs that Koreans hold close and the values they find significant. Author Boye Lafayette De Mente identifies the unique qualities that comprise the Korean identity and articulates their modern expressions of Korean culture and history in this book. Organized alphabetically by topic, De Mente explains the key cultural code words that make Korea the country it is today. Anyone interested in Korean etiquette whether for traveling or working will discover that their meanings extend far beyond superficial English translations to deeper interpretations. Cultural code words include: Aboji, Ah-boh-jee The Father Culture Anae, Ah-negh Wives: The Inside People Han Yak, Hahn Yahk The Herbal Way to Health Innae, Een-nay A Culture of Enduring Katun Sosuy Pap, Kaht-unn Soh-suut Pahp Eating from the Same Rice Bowl And over 200 more... This in-depth discussion covers the concepts and principles that are integral to the Korean way of life and provides all the Korean history and insight necessary for those readers eager to learn the secrets of this resilient and burgeoning, yet little-understood nation.

More Making Out in Korea is a fun, accessible and thorough Korean phrase book and guide to the Korean language as it''s really spoken. Now in its third edition, this is the perfect introduction to Korean as it''s really spoken—from everyday interactions to basic questions to the language of love. It includes phrases and tidbits of information on a variety of social situations such as eating out, traveling texting, and much more. More Making Out in Korean features a pronunciation guide and basic grammar, as well as guidelines for the use of polite and informal phrases so you''ll never put a foot wrong when: Meeting and getting to know people Exploring clubs and bars Getting serious in relationships Talking to friends through social mediaEach expression in this Korean phrasebook is given in Korean script as well as the Romanized form to enhance your experience of the language (and help you with "written socializing" on computers and gadgets). Full of colorful slang, straight talk and a little cultural savvy on the side, this book has what you need to get started. Pick it up and get ready to converse.