Leverage the English You Know
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THE ORIGIN OF KONGLISH

How Ice Cream Changed Korean Forever

아이스크림 (aiseukeulim) – ice cream

In 1882, when Korea’s first diplomatic mission to the United States came home with stories about this frozen treat, they didn’t just bring the concept – they brought the English name too, adapted to fit Korean pronunciation.

This single word sparked a linguistic revolution that continues today. From that one diplomatic dessert to today’s global K-pop sensations using words like “셀카” (selfie) and “팬사인회” (fan signing) – you already know more Korean than you think.

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Begin with our free “Unlock Modern Korean with Konglish” bundle (ebook & Anki flashcard deck) that explores how Korean culture shapes language. From the historical roots of diplomatic ice cream to modern Konglish terminology from K-Pop, K-Beauty and K-Fashion that’s reshaping global language, this comprehensive guide reveals the surprising number of Korean words you already understand and shows you how to leverage this knowledge for faster, more intuitive language learning.

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Yes! Courses and textbooks teach fundamental grammar and vocabulary, which are essential. Our approach complements your studies by teaching you how to leverage the English you already know to recognize and use Korean words faster. This builds confidence and accelerates your progress alongside your formal studies.

Absolutely! Our Konglish approach is perfect for beginners because you already know more Korean words than you think.

Not at all! We provide phonetic pronunciations for everything, though learning Hangul will accelerate your progress.

Our materials focus on practical vocabulary that works for any learning goal – from business to travel to casual conversation.

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