Korean Unpacked

Chapter 3 of 우리, 그때 (Us, Back Then), told entirely in Korean. No in-episode explanation - translation and vocabulary are in the study guide below.

 What You'll Hear

  • Chapter 3, in natural spoken Korean, beginner-intermediate friendly
  • Vocabulary connected to reconnecting, distance, and everyday warmth (12 expressions, in the study guide)

Study Guide
📄 Download this chapter's translation and vocabulary → https://www.joaacademy.com/topik-and-beyond/us-2026/chapter-3 


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What is Korean Unpacked?

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.

New episodes every week.