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Introduction[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we will continue our exploration of greetings and introductions in Korean by focusing on vocabulary related to family and friends. Family and friends play a significant role in Korean culture, and it is essential to understand the vocabulary and expressions associated with them. By learning these words and phrases, you will be able to engage in conversations and dialogues about the important people in your life. This lesson is part of the larger course "Complete 0 to A1 Korean Course" and is suitable for complete beginners who are aiming to reach the A1 level of proficiency in Korean.

Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Let's begin by learning some essential vocabulary related to family and friends in Korean. Familiarize yourself with these words and practice their pronunciation. Repeat after the audio if available.

Family Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Here are some Korean words for different family members:

! Korean !! Pronunciation !! English |- | 가족 || gajok || Family |- | 부모 || bu-mo || Parents |- | 아버지 || a-beo-ji || Father |- | 어머니 || eo-meo-ni || Mother |- | 할아버지 || hal-a-beo-ji || Grandfather |- | 할머니 || hal-meo-ni || Grandmother |- | 아들 || a-deul || Son |- | 딸 || ddal || Daughter |- | 형제 || hyeong-je || Siblings (brothers) |- | 자매 || ja-mae || Siblings (sisters) |- | 남동생 || nam-dong-saeng || Younger brother |- | 여동생 || yeo-dong-saeng || Younger sister |- | 남편 || nam-pyeon || Husband |- | 아내 || a-ne || Wife |- | 형 || hyeong || Older brother |- | 누나 || nu-na || Older sister |- | 쌍둥이 || ssang-dung-i || Twins

Extended Family Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Here are some additional words for extended family members:

! Korean !! Pronunciation !! English |- | 조부모 || jo-bu-mo || Grandparents |- | 삼촌 || sam-chon || Uncle |- | 이모 || i-mo || Aunt |- | 사촌 || sa-chon || Cousin |- | 사촌 형제 || sa-chon hyeong-je || Male cousin |- | 사촌 자매 || sa-chon ja-mae || Female cousin |- | 조카 || jo-ka || Nephew/niece |- | 며느리 || myeo-neu-ri || Daughter-in-law |- | 사위 || sa-wi || Son-in-law |- | 시아버지 || si-a-beo-ji || Father-in-law |- | 시어머니 || si-eo-meo-ni || Mother-in-law

Friends Vocabulary[edit | edit source]

Here are some Korean words for friends and acquaintances:

! Korean !! Pronunciation !! English |- | 친구 || chin-gu || Friend |- | 절친 || jeol-chin || Best friend |- | 동료 || dong-ryo || Colleague |- | 동아리 || dong-a-ri || Club |- | 학교 || hak-gyo || School |- | 선생님 || seon-saeng-nim || Teacher |- | 학생 || hak-saeng || Student

Cultural Insights[edit | edit source]

Family holds great importance in Korean culture, and it is common for several generations to live together in the same household. The Korean Confucian values of filial piety and respect for elders influence the relationships within the family. In Korea, it is customary to address older family members using specific titles, such as "아버지" (a-beo-ji) for father and "어머니" (eo-meo-ni) for mother. The eldest son in a family often has additional responsibilities and is expected to care for the parents as they age.

Korean families also celebrate various important events and milestones together. For example, "돌잔치" (dol-jan-chi) is a traditional Korean first birthday celebration where the child is dressed in a vibrant traditional outfit called "한복" (han-bok). Another significant event is the "상견례" (sang-gyeon-nye), which is a formal meeting between the families of two individuals who are planning to get married.

In terms of friendships, Koreans value loyalty and long-lasting relationships. It is common for friends to address each other using honorifics, especially if there is an age difference or a seniority hierarchy within the group. The concept of "jeong" is also important in Korean friendships. "Jeong" refers to the deep emotional bond and attachment between individuals, and it is often described as a sense of belonging and connection.

Practice[edit | edit source]

Now, let's practice using the vocabulary we have learned. Complete the following exercises and scenarios to reinforce your understanding.

Exercise 1: Family Members[edit | edit source]

Match the Korean words with their corresponding English translations.

아버지
할머니
딸
형제
남동생
아내
누나

A. Daughter B. Older sister C. Grandmother D. Older brother E. Father F. Younger brother G. Wife

Solution:

아버지 - E
할머니 - C
딸 - A
형제 - D
남동생 - F
아내 - G
누나 - B

Exercise 2: Dialogues[edit | edit source]

Complete the following dialogues by filling in the blanks with the appropriate family or friend vocabulary.

1. A: 안녕하세요! 이분은 제 ____________입니다. (Hello! This person is my _____________.)

  B: 반갑습니다. 저는 조카입니다. (Nice to meet you. I am the ____________.)

2. A: 어디서 친구를 만날 거예요? (Where are you going to meet your friend?)

  B: 학교 동아리에서 만날 거예요. (I am going to meet my friend at the ____________ club.)

3. A: 할머니는 몇 살이세요? (How old is your grandmother?)

  B: 할머니는 75살이세요. (My grandmother is ____________ years old.)

Solution: 1. A: 안녕하세요! 이분은 제 조카입니다. (Hello! This person is my nephew/niece.)

  B: 반갑습니다. 저는 조카입니다. (Nice to meet you. I am the nephew/niece.)

2. A: 어디서 친구를 만날 거예요? (Where are you going to meet your friend?)

  B: 학교 동아리에서 만날 거예요. (I am going to meet my friend at the school club.)

3. A: 할머니는 몇 살이세요? (How old is your grandmother?)

  B: 할머니는 75살이세요. (My grandmother is 75 years old.)

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

In this lesson, we have learned vocabulary related to family and friends in Korean. We explored words for various family members, including parents, siblings, and extended family members. We also learned words for friends and acquaintances. Understanding these words is crucial for engaging in conversations and dialogues about the important people in our lives. Remember to practice using these words in context to improve your language skills. Keep up the good work, and continue exploring the Korean language and culture!

Table of Contents - Korean Course - 0 to A1[edit source]

Course Presentation

Korean Alphabets

Greetings and Introductions

Korean Culture and Customs

Sentence Building

Daily Routine

Korean Pop Culture

Describing People and Things

Food and Drinks

Korean Traditions

Verb Tenses

Travel and Sightseeing

Korean Arts and Crafts

Conjunctions and Connectors

Health and Body

Korean Nature

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