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Smile Korean with Soyoung

Real Korean😄 Real stories. Want to learn Korean the way people actually speak? In each episode, I’ll introduce one everyday Korean expression, explain how Koreans really use it, and share a true story from my own life. It’s a simple, fun way to learn natural Korean while getting to know Korean culture and everyday life. Whether you’re studying Korean, planning a trip to Korea, or just curious about life in Korea, you’re always welcome here. * New episodes every other day. Learn Korean. Explore

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00:08:27

Smile Korean Beginner Korean #2 | Yes, No & Thank You

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2026/10/07

Let’s learn three simple Korean expressions you can use every day!1. 네 — Yes2. 아니요 — No 3. 감사합니다 — Thank youThis time, we’ll practice them slowly in Korean, so listen and repeat along with me!New Beginner Korean episodes every Wednesday.#SmileKorean #BeginnerKorean #LearnKorean #KoreanPodcast #KoreanForBeginners

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00:11:38

Smile Korean Expression #34 | 눈에 띄다 | To Stand Out

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2026/10/05

Today’s expression: ‘눈에 띄다’ (nune ttuida)Have you ever noticed someone or something that stood out from everyone else?In Korean, we often use ‘눈에 띄다’ when someone or something is especially noticeable or catches our attention.In this episode, we’ll learn how to use ‘눈에 띄다’ naturally in everyday Korean and look at some situations where you might hear or use this expression.Take your time, listen along, and enjoy learning Korean through everyday expressions and stories. If the Korean feels a little

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00:15:02

Smile Korean Coffee Chat #9 | Korean Food & Dining...

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2026/10/04

Today’s topic is 한식 — Korean food! In this episode, I’m talking about some of my favorite Korean foods, like 김밥, 비빔밥, 불고기, 갈비, and 떡볶이.I also talk about some things that make Korean dining culture unique, like 반찬, sharing food, 앞접시, and 한정식.I recently went to a 한정식 restaurant for my dad’s birthday, so I also share what I ate there and some dishes I tried for the first time.If you’re learning Korean and interested in Korean food and culture, grab a coffee and join me for today’s Coffee Chat! You can

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00:12:11

Smile Korean Expression #33 | 어색하다 | To Feel Awkward

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2026/10/02

Today’s expression: ‘어색하다’ (eo-saek-ha-da)Have you ever been in a situation where you suddenly didn’t know what to say or do?Maybe you met someone for the first time, ran into an old friend after a long time, or found yourself sitting in complete silence with someone. In Korean, we use ‘어색하다’ a lot to describe these kinds of moments.In this episode, I’ll show you how Koreans naturally use 어색하다 in everyday conversations and share some simple examples to help you understand the feeling behind the

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00:09:06

Smile Korean Beginner Korean #1 | Hello in Korean:...

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2026/09/30

Welcome to the first episode of the Smile Korean Beginner Podcast! In this episode, we’re starting with one of the first things you’ll want to learn in Korean: how to say hello.You’ll learn the difference between 안녕하세요 (annyeonghaseyo) and 안녕 (annyeong), when to use each one, and how Koreans actually use them in everyday conversations.Listen at your own pace, and don’t be afraid to repeat after me!Let’s take it one step at a time and learn Korean together. 🎧 New Beginner Korean Podcast episodes

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00:12:41

Smile Korean Expression #32 | 서두르다 | To Hurry / To Rush

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2026/09/28

Today’s expression: ‘서두르다’ (seodureuda)Have you ever had to rush because you were running out of time?서두르다 means to hurry or rush when you need to do something quickly. In this episode, we’ll also take a look at 다급하다, which is used when a situation feels urgent or you’re feeling pressed for time.I’ll share a story about traveling with friends and having to hurry to catch a bus. We’ll also talk about the Korean proverb “급할수록 돌아가라”, which means that when you’re in a hurry, it’s important to stay calm

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00:14:39

Smile Korean Coffee Chat #8 | Chuseok in Korea

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2026/09/27

Today’s Coffee Chat: Chuseok(추석) in Korea Have you ever wondered how Koreans celebrate Chuseok?In this episode, let’s talk about Chuseok, one of Korea’s biggest traditional holidays. I’ll share a little about Chuseok traditions and explain the difference between the lunar and solar calendars.Grab a cup of coffee and join me for a cozy chat about Korean culture and everyday life in Korea!Whether you’re learning Korean or simply curious about Korean culture, I hope you enjoy listening.Take your time,

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00:13:51

Smile Korean Expression #31 | 손이 크다, 발이 넓다 | To Be...

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2026/09/25

Today’s expression: 손이 크다, 발이 넓다Have you ever made way more food than you needed? Or do you know a lot of people and often run into someone you know wherever you go?In Korean, we use the expressions ‘손이 크다’ and ‘발이 넓다’ to describe these kinds of situations.‘손이 크다’ can describe someone who tends to make a lot of food or is generous with money. ‘발이 넓다’ means that someone knows a lot of people or has a wide social circle.We’ll also learn the word ‘지인’ (ji-in), which means someone you know but aren’t

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00:15:56

Smile Korean Expression #30 | 익숙하다 | To Be Familiar With

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2026/09/23

Today’s expression: “익숙하다” (ik-suk-ha-da) Have you ever done something so many times that it started to feel natural?In Korean, we use “익숙하다” when something feels familiar because we’ve experienced it many times or spent a lot of time with it.We’ll also learn the difference between “익숙하다” (to be familiar with) and “능숙하다” (to be skilled at), and talk about a Korean habit that I’ve noticed I still follow even when I travel abroad — taking off my shoes indoors! And this episode is extra special because

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00:13:12

Smile Korean Expression #29 | 말이 통하다 | To Understand...

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2026/09/21

Today’s expression: “말이 통하다” (mal-i tong-ha-da)Have you ever met someone who just gets you? Sometimes you can understand what someone means without them having to explain much.That’s when Koreans might say “말이 통하다.”In this episode, I’ll share some stories about people I’ve really felt connected with — including a funny experience with my friends, and a time when I somehow managed to have a great conversation with a taxi driver in Bali using a mix of English and body language.I’ll also share a story

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00:14:29

Smile Korean Expression #28 | 마음이 놓이다 | To Feel Relieved

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2026/09/18

Today’s expression: “마음이 놓이다” (maeum-i noh-i-da) Have you ever worried about something and finally felt better when everything worked out?In Korean, we use “마음이 놓이다” when something we’ve been worried about turns out okay and we can finally stop worrying.In this episode, I’ll share some of the things I tend to worry about, a scary experience I had on a flight, and why I always like to make plans before going somewhere by myself. I’ll also share a story about a friend who helped me calm down during a

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00:13:29

Smile Korean Expression #27 | 어울리다 | To Get Along &...

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2026/09/16

Today’s expression: “어울리다” (eoul-li-da)The Korean word “어울리다” can be used in lots of different situations. We use it when people get along well, when something looks good on someone, or when two things go well together.In this episode, I’ll share some of my own stories — from finding a makeup style that suits me, to making friends in college, and meeting new people while traveling. I’ll also talk about why I think meeting new people and getting to know them can be especially interesting when you’re

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00:13:54

Smile Korean Expression #26 | 배려하다 | To Be Considerate

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2026/09/14

Today’s expression: “배려하다” (pae-ryeo-ha-da) In this episode, we’re talking about “배려하다,” a Korean expression we use when we think about other people and try to make them feel comfortable.I’ll share some everyday examples of how to use “배려하다,” along with the related word “이기적이다” (to be selfish). We’ll also talk about ‘노약자 배려석’and ‘임산부 배려석’ on Korean public transportation.And, of course, I’ll share a couple of my own stories! One of them is about a time when strangers helped me on a scary escalator

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00:15:26

Smile Korean Coffee Chat #7 | My Knitting Hobby

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2026/09/13

Today’s Coffee Chat is all about one of my favorite hobbies: knitting! I’ll show you some of the things I’ve made and share a few stories about knitting, traveling, buying yarn, and how this hobby made me enjoy winter a little more. Let’s have a relaxed chat in natural Korean!New Coffee Chat episodes are released every Sunday. If you’re practicing your listening, try slowing the episode down to 0.8x or 0.9x speed. I hope you enjoy this episode! 💛

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00:12:32

Smile Korean Expression #25 | 의지하다 | To Rely on...

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2026/09/11

Today’s expression: ‘의지하다’ (ui-ji-ha-da)Have you ever leaned on someone or something for support when things got difficult?In Korean, we use ‘의지하다’ when we rely on someone or something for support. It can be used when you emotionally rely on someone, or when you physically lean on something, like crutches.In this episode, I’ll share a story about traveling around Tasmania in a campervan with a friend and how we relied on each other along the way. I’ll also talk about why I tend to do things on my

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00:13:12

Smile Korean Expression #24 | 신경 쓰이다 | To Be on Your...

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2026/09/09

Today’s expression: ‘신경 쓰이다’ (sin-gyeong sseu-i-da)Have you ever had something that kept bothering you, even when you didn’t want to think about it? In Korean, we use ‘신경 쓰이다’ when something stays on your mind, bothers you, or keeps catching your attention.In this episode, I’ll share some personal stories about things that have been on my mind, from renewing my housing contract to getting distracted by people using their phones at the movie theater. I’ll also talk about how I used to care a lot

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00:13:48

Smile Korean Expression #23 | 마음에 들다 | When Something...

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2026/09/07

Today’s expression: “마음에 들다” (ma-eum-e deul-da)Have you ever found something that was exactly your style, or met someone you really liked?In Korean, “마음에 들다” is a very common expression we use when something or someone is pleasing to us or matches what we like.In this episode, we’ll learn how to use “마음에 들다” naturally through everyday examples and personal stories. We’ll also look at the related expression “마음을 먹다” and talk about 사회생활, an important part of everyday life in Korea.Take your time,

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00:15:02

Smile Korean Expression #22 | 친해지다 | To Become Close...

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2026/09/04

Today’s expression: ‘친해지다’ (chin-hae-jida)Have you ever wondered how you became close with someone? In Korean, we use ‘친해지다’ when we gradually become closer to someone and develop a closer relationship.In this episode, I’ll share some personal stories about making friends, getting close to people, and a special memory from a neighborhood stationery store when I was a kid. We’ll also learn the difference between ‘친해지다’ and ‘친하다’, along with some useful Korean expressions like ‘선을 넘다’ and ‘밥 한번 먹자.’

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00:15:17

Smile Korean Expression #21 | 마음이 통하다 | When You...

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2026/09/02

Today’s expression: “마음이 통하다(ma-eu-mi-tong-ha-da)”Have you ever met someone who seemed to understand exactly what you were thinking, even without saying much?In Korean, we use “마음이 통하다” when two people understand each other’s thoughts or feelings and feel like they’re on the same wavelength.In this episode, I’ll share some stories about people I really connect with, including a funny story from when I worked at a movie theater. We’ll also learn the word “일부러,” meaning “on purpose,” and take a look

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00:16:13

Smile Korean Coffee Chat #6 | What Koreans Really...

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2026/08/30

Smile Korean Coffee Chat #6 | What Koreans Really Mean by ‘괜찮아요’‘괜찮아요’ is one of those Korean expressions that can mean more than you might think.Sometimes it really means “It’s okay” or “I’m fine,” but sometimes Koreans say ‘괜찮아요’ even when they’re not actually fine. In this episode, I’ll share some everyday examples and talk about how context, tone, and Korean culture can change the meaning of this simple expression.Hopefully, this episode helps you understand ‘괜찮아요’ a little better — and maybe

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