빈말 [Bin-Mal] empty words비다 [bi-da] is the infinitive verb meaning “to be empty.” (다 is the equivalent of “to” or “to...
Flying lessons offer you the chance to become a licensed pilot – then let your spirits soar as you take...
You might not feel a year older because there’s a difference between Korean age and international age. The term “international age” might be a little confusing to you. You probably know it by the more familiar term used in the rest of the world: counting. In Korea, age is just...
Words by Andrew Barbour, Illustration by Pat Volz Insects play an important role in nature and especially in Korea. Learning...
Applying for scholarships can be a daunting and arduous process. With a seemingly endless list of requirements and application materials,...
For most workers living in South Korea, around 3.5% of their monthly salary is deducted and allocated towards National Health Insurance, or NHI. The deduction is matched by their company, equaling a paltry 7% of their salary. What kind of service, care, and coverage can be expected in exchange for...
You may be making plans for this weekend and dreaming of the dirty delights of the Boryeong Mud Festival,...
I like to think of Japan as the Britain to Korea’s America. It’s the island nation across the pond, and...
10) DON’T eat or import poutine. We all enjoy our local stuff that no one else cares for. In fact, Korea has Bunndaegi and heong-oh, and Koreans will sometimes latch on to most anything as a trend (Standing Coffee Blue-Ade or some delicious churros, anyone?). Every country has these things… it’s...
내린 다음에 탑시다. (Nae-rin da-eum-ae tap-shi-da.) Figurative Translation: Please board after everyone has gotten off. Literal Translation: Get off...