Korean

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Welcome to the world of the Korean language!

Korea is known worldwide for its dynamic pop culture, fascinating history, and innovative spirit. Whether it’s K-pop, K-dramas, Korean cuisine, or cosmetics trends, the Korean wave (Hallyu) has captivated millions of people around the world.

Korean is a rhythmic language with a clearly structured, logical writing system called Hangul. This alphabet was developed in the 15th century and consists of only 24 basic characters (consonants and vowels) that are systematically combined. The vowels are based on the philosophical idea of heaven, earth, and humanity, while the consonants are based on the anatomical features of articulation. Hangul is well thought out, logical, and surprisingly easy to learn.

When you learn Korean, you not only discover new words and sentence patterns, but also a new way of thinking – characterized by respect, politeness, and a sense of community, which are directly reflected in the language. After just a few lessons, you will be able to understand simple sentences and introduce yourself!

Whether you are simply a fan of BTS and K-dramas or are planning to travel to Seoul or study in Korea, we will accompany you on your journey into the fascinating world of the Korean language and culture.

Adjunct instructor

Misun Nam
misun.nam@leuphana.de
Office hours: by appointment