Korean For Dummies (For Dummies (Language & Literature))

Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Introduction
	About This Book
	Foolish Assumptions
	Icons Used in This Book
	Notes on the Korean Romanization
	Beyond the Book
	Where to Go from Here
Part 1 Getting Started with Korean
	Chapter 1 Korean in a Nutshell
		Unraveling the Depths of Korean
			Discovering Korean script and sounds
			Getting a grip on basic grammar
			Starting a simple conversation
			Counting in Korean
			Speaking Korean around the house
		Using Korean in Social Scenarios
			Building connections
			Making cents of money
			Going out for an eating adventure
			Making shopping easy and fun
			Going around the town
			Getting connected using technology
			Speaking Korean at work and school settings
		Tackling Tasks on the Move
			Preparing for a trip
			Searching for a place to stay
			Getting around with transportation
			Asking for directions
			Taking action in an emergency
	Chapter 2 The Korean Alphabet and Pronunciation
		Hangeul, the Alphabet for the People
			Enter King Sejong
		Consonants and Vowels
			Vowels
				Sounding off: ㅡ
				Sounding off: ㅐand ㅔ
				Sounding off: ㅒand ㅖ
				Sounding off: ㅢ
				Sounding off: ㅙ, ㅚ, and ㅞ
			Consonants
				Sounding off: ㄱ, ㄷ, ㅂ, and ㅈ
				Sounding off: ㄹ
				Sounding off: ㅅ
				Sounding off: ㅋ, ㅌ, ㅍ, and ㅊ
				Sounding off: ㄲ, ㄸ, ㅃ, and ㅉ
				Sounding off: ㅆ
		Forming Syllables and Words
		Sounding Fluent
			Liaison
			Nasalization
			Tensification
			The seven representatives
			Loan words
	Chapter 3 The Nitty-Gritty: Basic Korean Grammar
		Using Appropriate Speech Styles
			Two of the most common speech styles
			Formal polite speech style
		Getting into Nouns and Pronouns
			Nouns
			Pronouns
				Personal pronouns
				Possessive pronouns
				Demonstrative pronouns
		Working with Verbs
			Understanding basic verb forms
			Two types of verbs
			Conjugations: Informal polite
				Forming the past tense
				Conjugation exceptions
				Forming the future tense
			Adverbs: Handy additionals to verbs
			Negation adverbs
		Forming Sentences
			Getting the word order right
			Marking nouns with particles
			Giving a heads-up: Telling the topic
			Topic vs. subject particles
			Dropping understood words
		Asking Questions: It’s a Cinch!
			Yes/no questions
			Wh- questions
		Making Proposals: Let’s Do It!
		Commanding Politely
			Polite requests using honorific suffix
			Polite requests using 아요/어요
			Casual requests using 아/어
				Negative commands
	Chapter 4 Getting Started with Basic Expressions
		Starting and Ending Conversations
			Mastering greetings
				Greetings for catching up with friends
				Greetings for Daily Acquaintances and Family
			Saying goodbye
		Making Introductions
			Asking people for their names
			Introducing your name
			Introducing others
		Breaking the Ice
			Offering a friendly compliment
			Talking about the weather
		Expressing Gratitude and Regret
			Showing gratitude
			Handling compliments
			Apologizing
	Chapter 5 Getting Your Numbers, Times, and Measurements Straight
		Two Sets of Korean Numbers: Native Versus Sino-Korean
			Hah-nah, dool: Native Korean numbers
			Native Korean numbers from 11 to 99
			Eel-ee-sahm: Sino-Korean numbers
			Sino-Korean numbers from 11 to 99
			Sino-Korean numbers from 100 to 9,999
			Sino-Korean numbers from 10,000 to 99,999
			Sino-Korean numbers greater than 100,000
		Expressing quantity with counters
			Counters with native Korean numbers
			Counters with Sino-Korean numbers
			Pinpointing with ordinal numbers
		The Clock’s Ticking: Telling Time
			Noting hours and minutes
			Talking about time
		Save the Date: Delving into Dates
			Asking for the dates
			Naming the months and dates
			Saying years
			Talking about the days of the week
			Telling time in relation to the present
		Size Matters: Measuring in Korean
	Chapter 6 Speaking Korean at Home
		Visiting a Korean Home
			Inviting friends over
			Preparing for a visit
		Taking a Tour around the House
			Types of Housing
			Inside the house
		Cooking and Eating
		Discussing Daily Activities
			Chatting about daily routines
			Talking about household chores
		Staying Over
Part 2 Korean in Action
	Chapter 7 Getting to Know You
		Making Small Talk: Posing Simple Introductory Questions
			Stating where you’re from
			Asking about destinations
			Talking about the purpose of visit
			Asking about trip duration
			Chatting about where you live
		Praising Your Language Skills
			Talking about learning resources
		Making New Friends
			Talking about jobs
			Talking about school stuff
		Chatting About Family
			Expressing possession and existence
		Asking about Age
		Five “Save Me!” Phrases
		Sharing Your Contact information
	Chapter 8 Money: Easy as Won, Two, Three
		Knowing Korean Currency
		Going to the Bank
			Understanding polite requests
			Using common terms and phrases
			Opening a bank account
			Making deposits and withdrawals
			Exchanging money
			Using an ATM or CD
		Paying for Your Purchases
			Using cash
			Using credit cards and e-wallets
			Using personal checks
	Chapter 9 Eating and Drinking
		Dig In! Let’s Eat!
			Trying Korean foods
			Understanding meal time
			Expressing eating with the verb Muhk-ttah
			Satisfying your hunger
		Getting to Know Korean Cuisine
			Popular dishes
			Dietary restrictions
			Spiced up with seasoning
			Describing food with descriptive verbs
		Practicing Good Table Manners
		Dining Out
			Understanding what’s on the menu
			Ordering at a restaurant
			Paying for your meal
			Tipping at a restaurant
		Ordering Delivery Food
			Got apps?
			Choosing what to eat
		Drinking, Korean style
	Chapter 10 Shopping Made Easy
		Exploring Shopping Venues in Korea
			Navigating stores with ease
				Department stores
				Large discount stores and supermarkets
				Small stores and shops
				Traditional markets
				Convenience stores
				Underground shopping centers
				Duty-free shop and outlet malls
			Knowing the hours of operation
			Asking for what you are looking for
		Comparing Merchandise
			Comparing items
				Enhancing comparisons
			Making your choice
		Shopping for Outfits
			Talking about what you need
			Understanding Korean sizing
			Asking about colors
			Trying something on
		Shopping for Groceries
		Paying for Your Purchases
			Tax Refund
	Chapter 11 Exploring the Town
		Exploring Fun Places
			Visiting museums and galleries
			Touring historical sites
		Taking in the Korean Popular Culture
			Delving into the K-pop and K-dramas
			On the big screen: Going to theaters
		Hopping Around Cafés and Pubs
		Experiencing Korean “Bahng” Culture
			Noh-rae-bahng
			Jjeem-jeel-bahng
			PC-bahng and Mahn-hwah-bahng
	Chapter 12 Connecting Across the World: Phones, Mail, and the Internet
		Phoning Made Easy
			Brushing up on phone vocabulary
			Making calls in or to Korea
			Phone introductions & troubleshooting
			Confirming the right contact
			Leaving a message
		You’ve Got Mail!
			Getting familiar with postal terms
			Sending mail from Korea
		Let’s Go Online!
	Chapter 13 Korean at Work and School
		Getting Down to Work
			Preparing applications
			Interview do’s and don’ts
			Common interview questions
		Interacting with Your Colleagues
			Addressing people at work
				Addressing superiors
				Addressing equals or subordinates
			Talking about activities at work
			Attending meetings
		Working from Home
		Working at School
			Schools and students
			Teachers matter
			Subjects, semesters, and vacations
Part 3 Korean on the Go
	Chapter 14 Planning a Trip
		Picking a Good Time to Travel
			Checking out the seasons
			Celebrating Korean holidays
		Choosing Your Destination
		Dealing with Passports and Visas
		What to Pack?
	Chapter 15 Finding a Place to Stay
		Sorting Accommodation Options
			Hotels
			Hanok stay
			Guesthouses and meen-bahk
			Motels and hostels
			Temple-stay and campsites
			Jjeem-jeel-bahng
			Long-term stay
		Making Reservations
			Reserving online
			Reserving via call
				Talking about when you stay
				Telling how many people
				Checking out facilities
				Price matters: Understanding the fee
		Checking In Made Easy
			Asking about amenities and services
			Making the most of your stay
		Checking Out and Paying Your Bill
	Chapter 16 Making Your Way Around: Transportation
		Essential Terms for Every Transit
		Navigating Korean Airports
			Passing immigration and customs
			Getting to and from the airport
		Conquering Local Public Transport
			Hailing a taxi
			Taking buses
			Riding the subway
		Driving Around
			Renting a car
			Roaming with bike or strolling
			Deciphering road signs
		Between Cities: Trains, Express Buses, and Boats
			Boarding the train
			Riding an express bus
			Cruising around by boat
	Chapter 17 Asking for Directions
		Finding Your Way
			Asking for directions with “where?”
			Understanding simple directions
			Pinpointing relative locations
			Clarifying reference points with ordinal numbers
			Specifying distance and travel time
		Reversing Roles: Giving Directions
			Particles matter
			Making directions flow
	Chapter 18 Handling an Emergency
		Calling for Emergency Help
			Essential emergency phone numbers
			Alerting the police in an emergency
		Getting Help for Less-Urgent Matters
			Reporting lost belongings
			Non-Emergency Assistance
		Getting Medical Help
			Finding a doctor
			Going to emergencies
			Describing symptoms using body parts
			Talking about illnesses
			Following medicine prescriptions
			Getting medicine over-the-counter
		Getting Legal Help
Part 4 The Part of Tens
	Chapter 19 Ten Ways to Get a Good Grip on Korean
		Learn the Korean Alphabet, Hangeul
		Listen to K-Pop Music
		Watch Korean Movies, Dramas, and TV Shows
		Read Korean Webtoons
		Explore the Web and Apps
		Discover Local Classes and Events
		Cook or Eat Korean Foods
		Make Friends with Korean Speakers
		Travel to Korea
		Stay Positive, Creative, and Curious
	Chapter 20 Ten Things to Avoid Doing in Korea
		Entering a House with Your Shoes On
		Calling Bosses or Teachers by Their First Name
		Using “ssee” or “neem” in Self-Reference
		Visiting Someone Empty-Handed
		One-Handed Exchanges
		Getting Rattled by Personal Questions
		Picking Up Your Rice Bowl
		Overstating: Embracing Modesty
		Eating Before Your Higher-Ups
		Mixing it All Up in One Bin
Part 5 Appendixes
	Appendix A Verb Tables
		The Three Types of Conjugation
		아/어 Conjugation: Regular Consonant-Ending Verbs
		아/어 Conjugation: Irregular Consonant-Ending Verbs
		아/어 Conjugation: Vowel-Ending Verbs
		어/아 Conjugation: 하- and 르-Ending Verbs
		으 Conjugation: Regular Verbs
		으 Conjugation: Irregular Verbs
		Consonant-Initial Conjugation
		Irregular Verb Conjugation Summary
	Appendix B Mini-Dictionaries
		Korean-English Mini-Dictionary
			ㄱ
			ㄲ
			ㄴ
			ㄷ
			ㄸ
			ㅁ
			ㅂ
			ㅃ
			ㅅ
			ㅆ
			ㅇ
			ㅈ
			ㅊ
			ㅋ
			ㅌ
			ㅍ
			ㅎ
		English to Korean Mini-Dictionary
			A
			B
			C
			D
			E
			F
			G
			H
			I
			J
			K
			L
			M
			N
			O
			P
			Q
			R
			S
			T
			U
			V
			W
			Y–Z
	Appendix C Answer Key
Index
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