37. Introducing Your First Verb Conjunctive: The 고 Conjunctive (Part 1)

05/08/22 • 28 min

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-----Welcome to Episode 37 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this exciting lesson, we’ll take a significant step forward by introducing your very first verb conjunctive, the 고 conjunctive. Learning verb conjunctives is a game-changer for making your Korean flow naturally, and this episode will help you start connecting ideas and actions in sentences like a pro!
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ The function of the 고 conjunctive:
When added to a verb stem (VS), -고 means "and" while maintaining the present tense meaning of the verb.
2️⃣ How to use -고 to connect actions or ideas in a sentence.
3️⃣ Practical situational examples with everyday sentences to help you understand and use 고 in real-life contexts.
✨ Why this episode is important:
The 고 conjunctive is the first step in mastering verbal conjunctives, which will elevate your Korean from a novice level to more natural and fluid communication. Starting today, you’ll be able to connect multiple actions or ideas in a single sentence, making your Korean more efficient and conversational.
👂 Practice Along!
Teacher Kay will guide you through situational examples!
🎉 Take the Leap!
Learning verb conjunctives like -고 will open the door to more advanced expressions in Korean. Ready to take your Korean to the next level? Let’s get started!
💬 Share in the comments: Try making a sentence using -고 and let us know how it goes!
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36. More Situational Examples: Present Tense & Its Meanings (Bonus: 김치찌개 recipe!)

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Welcome to Episode 36 of the Essential Korean Podcast! This episode builds on Episode 35, where we explored the Korean present tense and its various meanings. To help reinforce what you’ve learned, we’ll go over more examples, this time adding greater context to make the concepts even clearer and more practical.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ Reinforcement of the 4 key uses of the Korean present tense, with detailed examples in real-life situations.
2️⃣ How to make 김치찌개 (Kimchi stew) in a simple and easy way, so you can practice using Korean while learning about one of Korea’s most beloved dishes!
🎉 Why this episode is unique:
By combining grammar practice with a cultural and culinary experience, this episode allows you to see the Korean present tense in action while engaging with Korean culture. You’ll walk away with better grammar skills and a delicious recipe to try!
👂 Practice Along!
Repeat after Teacher Kay as you work through the examples, and don’t forget to follow along with the Kimchi stew recipe—it’s a great way to practice listening and speaking in Korean while having fun!
💬 Share in the comments: Have you tried making 김치찌개 before? Let us know how this lesson helped you!
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38. Explore "아깝다" + Master the -고 Conjunctive (Part 2) with a Classic Korean Song!

Welcome to the Essential Korean Podcast, where I help break down the nuances of the Korean language to help you become a more aware and confident speaker of Korean. Ready to elevate your Korean skills and join a vibrant community of learners? Join the EK Community at my.essentialkorean.com for engaging courses, comprehensive resources, exclusive content, and great conversations on diverse Korea-related topics with other members. Visit our membership page to choose a plan that gives you access to episode transcripts and an enhanced learning experience with weekly classes and study sessions alongside like-minded people. Let’s embark on this wonderful journey together!
-----Welcome to Episode 38 of the Essential Korean Podcast! This episode is packed with valuable lessons and cultural treasures as we explore both Korean vocabulary and grammar, all while enjoying a timeless classic in Korean music.
🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ A mini-lesson on the very Korean word “아깝다”: Learn the nuanced meaning of this untranslatable word that expresses feelings of regret or something being too valuable to waste.
2️⃣ A deeper dive into the -고 conjunctive: Reinforce your understanding of the verb conjunctive -고, which connects verbs and actions to form smooth sentences.
🎵 Featured Song: 일상으로의 초대 Invitation To My Routine
Title: 일상으로의 초대 ("Invitation To My Routine")
Original Artist: 신해철 (Shin HaeChul) Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTkLBhd-hQ8
Cover Version 한승윤 & 서영주: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B0on2eDEN4
🎉 Why this episode is special:
Using this iconic song, you’ll see -고 in action, gaining both linguistic and cultural insight into Korean. Discover how music can make grammar learning not only effective but also enjoyable.
👂 Practice Along!
Follow Teacher Kay as she breaks down examples, provides detailed explanations, and guides you through speaking practice. Don’t forget to repeat after her to solidify what you’ve learned!
💬 Share in the comments: What’s your favorite sentence using -고? And what did you think of the song?
#LearnKorean #KoreanGrammar #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #고Conjunctive #아깝다 #ShinHaeChul #InvitationToMyRoutine #SingAgain #KoreanMusic #KoreanLessons #KoreanPractice #LanguageLearning
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Featured Song : 일상으로의 초대 Invitation To My Routinehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1B0on2eDEN4 (한승윤 & 서영주)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTkLBhd-hQ8 (신해철)