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Tips for learning Korean

Written from Seoul.

Methods, routines and mistakes to avoid to make steady progress in Korean.

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Type Korean Faster: Keyboard Tips and Habits

Installing the keyboard is step 1. Getting fluent thumbs is step 2.

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Learn Korean with Netflix: An Honest Method

Netflix won’t learn for you. Used well, it boosts listening and living vocab.

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Anki for Korean: Settings and Method Guide

Anki is excellent. Misconfigured Anki burns you out in 10 days. Here’s a sane setup.

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Korean Shadowing Method: A Practical Playbook

Shadowing means sticking to the audio like a shadow. Not repeating afterward.

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Korean Intermediate Plateau: How to Break It

A plateau isn’t lack of talent. It’s usually training that’s too comfortable.

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Beginner Korean Roadmap: From Zero to Reading in 7 Days

You don’t need 47 apps. You need a clear order. Here’s a realistic week.

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SIM / eSIM in Korea: What to Choose in 2026

For short trips, a data eSIM is often simplest. For moving there, a real local SIM still wins.

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Korea ARC Card: What It Is (Clear Guide)

The ARC is local ID for foreign residents. Without it, many errands get blocked.

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T-money in Korea: Subway, Bus, Transfers

T-money is the key to transit. Without it you waste time and money on single tickets.

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KakaoTalk for Beginners: Practical Guide

Without KakaoTalk, social and admin life in Korea is painful. Here’s the minimum you need.

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Learn Korean in 2026 — An Honest Guide from a Frenchman in Seoul

After 12 years in Seoul and testing every possible method, here's an honest assessment of what really works for learning Korean.

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Learn Korean Alone — Is It Really Possible? (My Experience)

I started learning Korean self-taught in Seoul. Here's what worked, what didn't, and when I had to change my approach.

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How to Install and Use the Korean Keyboard on Phone and Computer

Step-by-step guide to install the Korean keyboard on iPhone, Android, Mac and Windows, with tips for typing fast.

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Why Google Translate Doesn't Work for Korean (And What to Use Instead)

Google Translate is handy... except for Korean. We explain why and what alternatives to use.

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The 5 Fatal Mistakes French Speakers Make Learning Korean

After 12 years watching French speakers struggle with Korean in Seoul, here are the 5 mistakes specific to francophones — and how to fix them.

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Why Duolingo Doesn't Work for Korean (And What to Do Instead)

I tested Duolingo for 3 months. Verdict: for Korean specifically, the limitations are serious. Here's why.

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Best Books to Learn Korean in French (Honest Ranking)

I've used (or browsed) every Korean book available in French. Here's my honest ranking after 12 years of practice.

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Is Korean Hard? Honest Comparison with Japanese and Chinese

I have friends in Seoul who speak all three. Here's why Korean is objectively more accessible for French speakers.

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How Long Does It Take to Learn Korean? The Honest Answer

FSI says 2200 hours. Duolingo says 5 minutes a day. The truth is in between. Here are the real milestones after 12 years of experience.

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How to Find a Korean Language Partner: The 5 Best Apps

The best way to improve your Korean is practicing with natives. Here are the 5 best apps to find a language partner.

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What's the Best App to Learn Korean? (2026 Comparison)

I tested 7 apps for 2 weeks each. An honest comparison (pricing, strengths, limits) and which app to choose for your goals.

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Korean Romanization: Why You Should Avoid It

Romanization is tempting but it's a trap. Here's why it slows your progress and how to move past it.

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KajaCorée vs Parlons Coréen vs Seonsaengnim — Which Platform to Choose?

The 3 main Korean learning platforms in French, honestly compared by a Frenchman living in Seoul.

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Learning Korean in France — Best Options in 2026

INALCO, online courses, apps, private tutors — the complete guide to learning Korean from France.

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