Fifth Cultural Post: Reflect upon what you have learned about the culture(s) you have been studying.
I think that I have learned so much about Korean culture through learning the language.
I realize why we say certain words, and what they mean in context of our language and culture.
I learned about holiday traditions in Korea, and how the legacy of deceased loved ones is kept forever through family traditions. I learned about how prominent the city of Seoul is, and how this impacts the whole country. The city planning, social life, living proximity, and more are all impacted because of how many people live in Seoul compared to other parts of Korea. I learned about the geography of Korea, and how each region is famous for something.
I learned about how Seoul serves as a representation of pride to many Koreans. It is where the prestigious universities are located, where technology was created, and where the successful people start.
Looking back, I learned a lot about South Korean culture. I think what I enjoyed learning most about the culture is how evergrowing and changing it is. It is influenced by the USA and other countries all around the world. However, South Korea is somehow able to take bits from other countries, combine it, and use it to further its own cultural advancements.
South Korea's culture has inspired so many people around the world, changing peoples' lives to dream bigger.
It makes me proud to be Korean.
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