Journal Entry 1

[James Jang]

This week, meeting with my language partner was a great time of reviewing the basics of Korean grammar and syntax. I got to say, I am proud of myself for at least remembering the basics of Korean writing. Our meeting began with a comprehensive review of foundational grammar principles. My language partner guided me through a series of exercises designed to reinforce my understanding of the Korean alphabet, word and sentence structure, and basic verb conjugations. This review served as a solid foundation for me to start potentially working on building more complex words and sentences. A large portion of our meeting was dedicated to hands-on writing exercises. I was given words that allowed me to apply the basics of grammar and syntax. From putting together short narratives to writing formal emails, each writing task challenged me to not only demonstrate my understanding of grammar but also to convey my ideas coherently and effectively. I think that this first meeting was a very good refresher for me to continue learning Korean writing.