Category: Korean

Near, far, cheap, delicious, convenient — learn words for giving recommendations and making useful comparisons.

“It’s cold, so wear a jacket!” Use -(으)니까 to give a reason before advice, suggestions, or requests.

Late, absent, broken, canceled — learn words for explaining problems and the reasons behind them.

“I was late because of traffic.” Explain causes clearly with -기 때문에 and N 때문에 — useful for apologies and excuses.

Price, size, design, clean, noisy — learn words for reviewing restaurants, products, and travel spots.

“The price is good, but the design isn’t.” Contrast two facts with -지만 while reviewing places and products.

Excuse me, I have a question — learn words for starting a conversation, asking favors, and making reservations.

“I have a question, but…” Use -(으)ㄴ/는데(요) to set the scene before asking, requesting, or explaining.

Season, time, money, a good chance — learn words for talking about conditions and travel situations.

If it rains, if you have time, if you go to Korea — talk about conditions and what happens next with -(으)면.