2/15 Why do Koreans study English so hard?

Many Koreans throw themselves into their English studies with much determination.
* throw oneself into: ~에 매진하다, 전념하다.
* determination: 결심

Students study English hard in school as it is one of the major subjects.
* major subject: 주요 과목

Some people simply enjoy the language and take joy in learning it.
* take joy in: ~하는 것을 즐기다.
ex> Among of all my hobbies, I take joy in listening to classical music.

Others feel that being English-savvy is important for their careers.
* English-savvy: 영어를 잘하는 것. skillful for sth.
ex> It's easy to use even if you're not tech-savvy at all.
ex> Being English-savvy may help you get ahead in your career.

They feel that being proficient in English will give them a competitive edge.
* be proficient in: fluent, ~을 유창하게 하다, 능숙하게 하다.
* competitive edge: 경쟁 우위
ex> You should be proficient in one or two foreign languages.
ex> You need to develop your English skills to get a competitive edge.

More and more students are going abroad to study where English is spoken.
ex> Many newly-weds go abroad for their honeymoons.
ex> Living in a country where English is spoken will definitely help your language skills.

For all these reasons and more, there is a whole array of English language schools in Korea.
* an array of: 일련의
* English school: 어학원

@ We blew him off.  그 친구 바람 맞혔어.

1. He takes joy in making donations.
2. He is the most English-savvy person in our office.
3. Many people want to become proficient in English.
4. I graduate from high school in a country where English was spoken.