Korean Consonant Song — 14 Letter Names
Match ㄱ–ㅎ to their names. Sing with the model, then try recalling the names without romanization. Letter names are not the same as sounds in words.
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6 courses · 73 planned lessons · 1 video available
Focus on a few new letters or expressions. Use a song or a clear model to connect what you hear and see.
Trace, copy, read, or speak with prompts. Compare similar items and pause whenever you need more practice.
Hide the model and try again. Revisit difficult items on another day, then use them in a note or a short conversation.
Start with KR100. Study KR200 words alongside KR250 speaking. Apply them in KR300 travel lessons. KR350 writing projects and KR400 culture are optional paths.
KR100
Start with letter names, build syllables, and read and write your first words. Follow the lessons in order.
Match ㄱ–ㅎ to their names. Sing with the model, then try recalling the names without romanization. Letter names are not the same as sounds in words.
Follow stroke order in small groups: trace, copy, then write from memory. Compare similar shapes and revisit yesterday’s letters.
Planned · coming laterListen and point to the matching letter. Compare ㅏ/ㅓ and ㅗ/ㅜ before joining the song.
Planned · coming laterStart with ㅏㅓㅗㅜㅡㅣ; then add ㅑㅕㅛㅠ. Trace, copy, recall, and compare paired shapes. Use two short practice sessions if needed.
Planned · coming laterBuild consonant + vowel blocks. Compare side-by-side 가 and top-to-bottom 고; notice silent initial ㅇ in 아.
Planned · coming laterPoint to each block while singing. Pause to build a new block using letters you already know.
Planned · coming laterBuild and write 가·너·고·무. Move from tracing to copying, then assemble a new block without a model.
Planned · coming laterRead and write familiar consonants with changing vowels. Mix the order so you read the letters, not just recite a sequence.
Planned · coming laterBlend syllables in 나무·바다·오이·우유·모자·고기. Match each word to a picture, then read without picture support.
Planned · coming laterNotice spellings in words. Modern speakers may pronounce ㅐ/ㅔ alike; use meaning and written models rather than sound alone to learn spelling.
Planned · coming laterCompare written shapes, copy short examples, then fill in the missing letter using a word model.
Planned · coming laterConnect each vowel spelling with a spoken example. Notice similar-sounding spellings without expecting sound alone to identify them.
Planned · coming laterCombine the written parts, place them in syllable blocks, then copy and recall short examples. Revisit W05.
Planned · coming laterCompare single and double consonant shapes. Listen to model words, then trace, copy, and write each target from memory.
Planned · coming laterFind the bottom consonant in a syllable. Hear common final sounds in short words; start with a few examples rather than memorizing every rule.
Planned · coming laterPlace final consonants in balanced blocks: 산·문·밤·밥·국·옷. Copy, cover, write, and check; compare spelling with the spoken model.
Planned · coming laterListen and read 밥이·집에·한국어. Notice how a final consonant can link to the next vowel. Return to the written form after listening.
Planned · coming laterWrite eight meaningful words: 나무·바다·우유·모자·한글·친구·사랑·한국. Mix tracing, picture prompts, and recall; revisit difficult words later.
Planned · coming laterWrite 안녕·안녕하세요·감사합니다·미안해요. Choose an appropriate recipient, then copy and write a short greeting card. This lesson focuses on writing.
Planned · coming laterKR200
Learn useful words in small sets. Revisit them in phrases, songs, and everyday tasks.
Match six useful people words to pictures; label yourself and revisit two earlier words. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRecognize six common foods and read a simple menu. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterMatch six drinks to pictures and connect them to 주세요. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterIdentify common places on a simple map. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterBuild numbers for prices; practise recognition before recall. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterUse one to ten with simple counting examples; contrast the two number systems. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRead sample prices and choose the correct amount. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRead a weekly calendar and identify a date. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRead simple times using native-Korean hours and Sino-Korean minutes. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterName six useful items, then retrieve the words from pictures. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterConnect familiar words to short descriptions of today. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRecall words from earlier lessons, then use three in a personal mini-list. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterKR250
Listen, repeat with support, then change a word and make the sentence your own.
Choose a polite greeting for arriving and leaving; listen, repeat, then respond. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterIntroduce your name with 저는 …예요/이에요 using a model. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk and answer a simple question about your home country. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterUse 이거 뭐예요? and answer with familiar vocabulary. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterSay what you like and ask a partner, using food words you know. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterPractise … 있어요? and short positive or negative responses. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterUse … 주세요 with a familiar item and quantity. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk … 어디예요? and understand a short model answer. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterUse a small set of everyday verbs in short polite sentences. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterPractise a few model sentences about a past action and a plan, one pattern at a time. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterUse 다시 말해 주세요 and 천천히 말해 주세요 to keep an exchange going. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterCombine greeting, introduction, and one question with decreasing prompt support. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterKR300
Practise short conversations for real travel situations, including asking for help when you do not understand.
Practise a greeting, a request, and asking for help at arrival. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRecognize 출구 and numbers; ask for a location using a map. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk for a card and practise a short purchase exchange. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterRead a destination and ask whether a train goes there. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterShow a destination and make a short polite request. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterOrder a drink, size, and takeaway option using a menu. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterChoose a dish, quantity, and a polite request; practise both customer and server cues. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk whether a named ingredient is included and check the response; show written information if needed. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk the price and whether card payment is possible. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterGive a reservation name and ask one practical question. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterAsk about a size or colour, then practise paying. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterComplete café, transport, and restaurant scenarios with fewer prompts. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterKR350
Create useful notes, lists, messages, and cards. One writing video pairs with one planned workbook.
Write your name, country, and a short introduction. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite a short list using familiar food words. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite a drink order with quantity and options. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite short preferences using a model. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite days, times, and simple activities. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite destinations and travel times. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite a short arrival message with model phrases. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterChoose a recipient and write two short polite lines. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterWrite a place, an activity, and a short impression. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterCombine familiar words and model sentences into a short personal entry. Study a model, complete a guided draft, then personalize and check it. Revisit earlier spelling.
Planned · coming laterKR400
Explore Korea through accessible English explanations and short Korean examples. Choose topics that interest you.
Recognize familiar letters on signs and distinguish reading practice from guessing by context. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterExplore Namsan with English context and a few useful Korean place words. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterExplore common meal routines and polite expressions without assuming every household is the same. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterConnect café vocabulary with everyday ordering customs. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterDiscover architecture and place names with accessible context. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterNotice how relationships affect address terms and polite language. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterCompare two holidays and read short greeting examples. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterNotice familiar expressions in context and distinguish casual speech from polite everyday speech. Review two earlier items, then try once without the model.
Planned · coming laterEach writing lesson is designed to pair with one workbook: W01–W10 for Hangul, and W11–W20 for practical writing. Expect tracing, copying, recall, comparisons, and cumulative review.
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