Dive into the vibrant world of Dirty Korean, your go-to handbook packed with essential phrases for speaking like a native, making Korean friends, and navigating South Korea like a pro.
Korean language learning textbooks can be helpful, but when it comes to really immersing yourself in culture and learning how native Koreans speak in their daily lives, they often fall short. That’s where Dirty Korean comes in.
In this updated second edition, you’ll learn all the latest slang Korea has to offer so that the next time you travel to Korea, you can chat casually with your friends, impress your new date, and join in on all the juicy gossip. So get ready to drop the textbook formality and bust out expressions they never teach you in school, including:
Whether you’re charming oppas or winning over gracious unnis, Dirty Korean is your key to unlocking the cultural richness of South Korea.
Haewon Grace Baek lives in Colorado with her family. Originally from Seoul, Korea, she enjoys returning to Jeju Island each summer with her children to visit her sister and share cultural experiences with them. Haewon holds an MA in Counseling from John F. Kennedy University and uses her background to support clients with multicultural challenges. In her local community, she volunteers at her children’s Korean school and hosts events for Lunar New Year and Chuseok to celebrate Korean culture. She is excited to work on the 2nd edition of the Dirty Korean with her sister.
Jinny Baek is a passionate linguist and cultural enthusiast with a deep love for the Korean language. Having studied English Literature in the United States, Jinny Baek has spent years immersing herself in the intricacies of Korean culture after moving back to Korea.
As the author of Dirty Korean, Jinny Baek brings together her expertise in language and culture to offer readers an entertaining and insightful journey into the world of Korean slangs. Whether you’re a language learner, a seasoned traveler, or simply curious about the nuances of Korean expression, this book promises to enlighten and entertain.
When not writing, Jinny Baek can be found sharing her passion for providing easier ways for Koreans to learn English on Instagram just as she is helping you learn Korean slangs in more fun ways! Join her on this linguistic adventure and uncover the colorful tapestry of Korean slang!
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