"I think that if I received a research grant to conduct a linguistic study of Korean language and culture, I would focus on the use of honorifics. I think that Korean honorifics has a very structured linguistic pattern that also tells…"
My fourth cultural post is about sundae (순대), often referred to as Korean blood sausage. For my artifact, I watched a documentary about traditional foods in Korean markets and this was one of the food mentions. Sundae is a beloved dish deeply rooted…
My third cultural post is about Jjimjilbangs (찜질방), traditional Korean saunas and bathhouses that play a pivotal role in Korean society. These communal centers are integral to Korean culture, serving not just as places for relaxation but also as…
"This seems like a great approach to improve in Korean! I'm curious, did you find any specific strategies that helped you understand the video better, even without knowing all the words? For example, did you focus on any key phrases or context clues…"
"I completely agree with your points on how cultural differences shape communication, behavior, and values. I agree that these frameworks can sometimes oversimplify complex cultural dynamics. Like you mentioned, while cultures tend to lean towards…"
"I think your idea to shift from just learning about the grammar and vocabulary to integrating cultural understanding into your language learning is such as great move. I also found authentic materials such as Korean dramas and music as valuable…"
"It sounds like you've made incredible progress in such a short time! It's great that you're balancing structured lessons with independent practice through Duolingo, as well as using real-time conversations with Rabbi Sherry to reinforce what you're…"
"Many of the things you found I also found as well!
I found your part about history of the Korean language and its connection to Chinese very insightful. I agree with you that the shared history between Korea and China, especially through the…"
"I also prefer writing over typing! I'm wondering what have you've been doing to improve on your typing skills? Do you use any typing games or practice sentences you read to learn? I love that you’re noticing patterns in sentence structure too! The…"
"It’s great to hear about your Korean BBQ experience and the insights you gained from it! It sounds like it was a truly enriching time, not only in terms of food but also the cultural knowledge you learned. I really like how you highlighted the…"
"I love how you’ve connected food with both language learning and cultural understanding! Korean cuisine is such a rich and meaningful part of the culture, and you're absolutely right that dishes like kimchi, bibimbap, and bulgogi carry deep cultural…"
"I was so interested in your reflection because I feel like we share so many similarities in our Korean learning journey! I was actually kind of shocked how similar our childhoods were. I also grew up going to "Hangul Hakyeo" at a local church where…"
"It sounds like you're making amazing progress with your Hindi learning journey, and it's fantastic that you're combining both language practice and cultural engagement! I really like how you're integrating various activities like watching Bollywood…"
"Languages can go extinct for various reasons. The reason is often tied to social, political, and cultural pressures. Colonization, globalization, and the dominance of major languages like English, Mandarin, or Spanish can marginalize smaller…"
"Yes, I’ve started writing in Korean, focusing on both short sentences and simple paragraphs. I prefer to write it out because I think that it helps me learn and remember it for longer. I am already familiar with the general sentence structure of…"