In Korea, May is called 가족의 달 - the Month of Family. Throughout the month, three special days honour the relationships that shape a life: 어린이날 (Children's Day, May 5), 어버이날 (Parents' Day, May 8), and 스승의 날 (Teachers' Day, May 15). In this episode of TOPIK & Beyond, host Eliza explores the cultural meaning behind each day and teaches 12 Korean words and expressions that bring them to life.
This episode also includes a short Korean story segment told at A2–B1 pace - a quiet 어버이날 moment about a son, his mother, and two red carnations. By the end, you'll have vocabulary that helps you understand not just the calendar - but the values Korean culture holds most dear.
This episode is suitable for Korean learners at A2, B1, and B2 level, and for anyone curious about Korean culture and what Koreans celebrate in May.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- 가족의 달
- 어린이날 - May 5
- 어버이날 - May 8
- 스승의 날 - May 15
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Korean Unpacked is a weekly podcast for Korean learners who want to understand how Korean really works - beyond textbook rules and direct translations.
Hosted by Eliza from Joa Academy, each episode explores grammar, vocabulary, natural expressions, listening, K-dramas, K-pop, TOPIK, Korean culture, and the little details that make Korean make more sense.
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