9/15 Fashion Districts in Seoul

Dialog>> Where do you go to shop for clothes?

Where do you go to shop for clothes?

Is it a major shopping district?

The area is covered with mega-shopping complexes.
ex> The dog was covered with dirt.

They're quite reasonable.


Topic>> Talk about popular fashion districts in Seoul.

Myeong-dong is one of the busiest shopping districts in Seoul.
ex> Where are some major shopping districts in your city?

There are alleys full of street vendors and small boutiques.
* street vendor: 노점상
* boutique: 부티크, 옷 가게

There are also major department stores offering high-end designer brands.
* high end: 고급의,
cf> low-end, mid-range
ex> I can't afford the high-end brands.

The area around Ewha Womens University has many small shops targeting the endless stream of customers.

Apgujeong and Chungdam-dong are more upscale shopping areas.
ex> This is a fancy, upscale restaurant.

There are designer label stores that can really put a dent in one's wallet.
* put a dent in one's wallet: 지갑에  타격을 입히다, 지출이 크다.
ex> Dating can put a dent in your wallet.

Itaewon has its fair share of fashion stores.
* have one's fair share of: ~가 제법 많다.


@ Do you want to go out for some coffee?  나가서 커피 한잔 할까?

1. I'm visiting a major shopping district in Seoul tomorrow?
2. I bought flowers from a street vendor.
3. He is a member of an upscale country club.
4. Buying a new laptop will put a dent in your wallet.

9/14 Traffic Camera

Dialog>> I got a ticket for illegal parking.

I got a ticket for illegal parking.
ex> I got a ticket for speeding.

You probably got caught on one of those cameras.

I once got a speeding ticket because of those cameras.

It's for your own good.

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There are all kinds of traffic cameras in Korea.
* traffic camera: 교통 단속 카메라.

There are the speed violation cameras, which are installed on freeways and expressways at regular intervals.
* freeway: 간선도로, 자동차 전용도로
* expressway: 고속도로
ex> Surveillance cameras are installed on every floor.

They can detect how fast your are driving.

The more you go over the speed limit, the higher your fine will be.
ex> I went over the speed limit on my way home.

There are also cameras homing in on bus-only lanes to see if drivers are illegally using them.
* home in on: ~로 다가서다.

Along busy streets or back alleys, rotating cameras are on the lookout for illegally parked cars.
* back alley: 뒷골목
* be on the lookout for: ~을 예의 주시하다
ex> They are on the lookout for suspicious activity.

Be sure to always follow traffic signals.
ex> I always follow traffic signal no matter what.

Some cameras are placed at busy intersections to catch drivers who break traffic laws.
ex> You'll get a ticket  if you break traffic laws.


@ You can't go on living like this.  계속 이렇게 살 순 없어.

1. I got a ticket for illegal parking.
2. I didn't know that I went over the speed limit.
3. My neighbors are on the lookout for thieves.
4. Be careful not to break traffic laws.

9/13 Gosa ritual

Dialog>>  It's a traditional titual called gosa.

It's a traditional ritual called gosa.

What is it for?

It's a ritual meant to bring good luck and block bad luck.

They typically do it when they are starting a new business.

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There is a traditional ritual in Korea called gosa.
* traditional ritual: 전통 의식

Its has been passed down for generations to bring good luck and block bad luck before people start a new venture.
* pass down: 전해 주다, 물려주다.
* venture: a business project or activity, especially one that involves taking risks
ex> This recipe has been passed down for years.
ex> This charm will bring good luck.

It is done when someone opens up a new business.
* open up a new business: 새로운 사업을 시작하다.
ex> It's risky to open up a new business these day.

It could also be conducted when someone buys a new car, kicks off a big event, or even starts filming a movie!
* kick off: the start of a game of football, 시작하다.

People take turns bowing to the pig's head wishing for good luck.
ex> The kids took turns to go down the slide.

They also stick money in the pig's mouth.
* stick something in: ~에 ...을 넣다.
ex> Stick the key in the keyhole.

This is done in hopes of the business to be successful.


@ We'll get through this.  해낼 수 있을 거야.

1. This is a traditional ritual of Korea.
2. The story has been passed down for hundreds of years.
3. I don't think this will bring good luck.
4. He was busy opening up a new business.

9/12 EBS

Dialog>> I tune into English radio programs on EBS FM.

I tune into English radio programs on EBS FM.

It's a radio station that airs education programs.

There are several channels that each focus on different education content.

It provides free VOD service.

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EBS is a TV/radio station in Korea that specializes in education programs.
* TV/radio station: TV/라디오 방송국
* specialize in: ~을 전문으로 하다.
ex> The lawyer specializes in family law.

EBS is a state-operated network.
* state-operated network: 국영 방송국
ex> KOICA is a state-operative assistance organization.
cf> state-run, state-own

The main terrestrial TV channel features high-quality documentaries and worthwhile contents for children and the general public.
* terrestrial TV channel: 지상파 TV 체널
* worthwhile: 가치 있는, 볼 만한

Another channel EBSe airs specialized TV programs for people who want to learn English.
* air: 방송하다
ex> '1박2일' airs on every Sunday evening.

On EBS FM radio, there are many shows around the clock that cover English, the news, and more.
* around the clock: 24시간 내내, 쉬지 않고
ex> He stayed on guard around the clock. 하루 종일 긴장을 늦추지 않았다.

Some shows are pre-recorded while others are live call-in programs.
* pre-recorded: 사전 녹화된
* call-in program: 시청자 전화 참여 프로그램

EBSlang is the online branch that provides paid video lectures for English and other languages.
* branch: 지점, 부분


@ Are we going to get together this weekend?

1. The company specializes in foreign trade.
2. The contry has two state-operated networks.
3. The program was aired last week.
4. They worked around the clock to meet the deadline.

9/10 Lunches at Schools

Dialog>> How did you have lunch in school?

How did you have lunch in school?

I had to pack my own lunch to school.

You mean they eat at school cafeterias?

Some schools don't have cafeterias. The food is brought to the classrooms in that case.

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There are schools that serve students meals designed by in-house dietitians.
* in-house: 사내의, 상근직의
* dietitian: 영양사

This is to ensure the kids have well-balanced meals.
* well-balanced meal: 균형 잡힌 식사

The majority of schools have cafeterias where students can eat.
* school cafeteria: 교내 식당
ex> Students eat lunch at the school cafeteria.

But some schools don't , and the food is brought to the classrooms.
ex> My purchase was brought to my home by delivery.

Students eat their meals at their desks.
* at their desk: 책상에 앉아서
ex> The student in the back often sleep at their desks.

They are served rice, various side dishes, and the soup of the day on their trays.
ex> The patients are served food in their rooms.

Some schools don't have their own cooking facilities, so students bring their own lunches from home.
ex> My friends bring their own lunches to work.

Students share their lunches with one another.
* share with one another: 서로 공유하다.
ex> Siblings often share clothes with one another.


@ I'm getting rid of my old clothes.  오래된 옷을 버리고 있어.

1. I like reading book at my desk.
2. The dish was served with boiled vegetables.
3. More office workers bring their own lunches to work.
4. They shared ideas with one another.

9/9 Gol-baeng-i moo-chim

Dialog>>  I'm a big fan of Gol-baeng-i moo-chim.

What's your favorite side dish when you drink?

I'm a big fan of gol-baeng-i moo-chim.

I've never tried, but I know what goes in it.

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A very popular Korean side dish that goes well with alcohol is gol-baeng-i moo-chim.
* go well with: mach well, ~와 잘 어울린다.
ex> Your hairstyle goes well with your dress.

It's a spicy dish made up of sea snails and vegetables.
* sea snail: 골뱅이, periwrinkle

First thinly slice various vegetables like cucumbers, carrots, chili peppers, lettuce, scallions.
* thinly slice (shred): to cut or tear sth into small pieces
ex> Thinly slice the meat as a topping.
* chili pepper:
* lettuce: 상추
* scallion: 부추

The sauce is a mix of red pepper paste, vinegar, sugar, garlic and sesame oil.

Mix the vegetables with the sea snails and sauce.
ex> Mix the soil with the fertilizer.

You can add thin noodles to go with the dish.

That's one of the most common side dishes you will come across in Korea.
* come across: 우연히 마주치다. (사람에는 잘 안쓴다.), bump into.. (주로 사람에게)
ex> I came across a great restaurant last week.


@ What time do you get off tonight?  오늘 몇 시에 일 마치니?
cf> I'm on the subway. I'm about to get off.  내리다.

1. Your pants goes well with your dress shoes.
2. The team is made up of experts.
3. Mix vinegar with olive oil.
4. You can easily come across Italian restaurants in Seoul.

9/8 Ssam Culture

Dialog>>  You use them to wrap the meat. 

What are these lettuce and sesame leaves for?

You use them to wrap the meat before you eat it.

It tastes good if you do that.

Take a lettuce leaf and put a piece of meat on it.

Add some sauce and side dishes, wrap it up, and put it in your mouth.

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One very fresh and healthy eating habit of Koreans is to use ssam.

Ssam refers to wrapping meat in veggie wraps.
* wrap: 감싼 것, 쌈.
ex> Tacos require the wrapping of meat and veggies in tortilla wraps.

The most common types of vegetables used are lettuce and sesame leaves.
* lettuce: 상추
* sesame leaf: 깻잎
ex> Chop up the lettuce to make a salad.

One favorite dish among Koreans is samgyeopsal.

Ssam really makes this meat dish more tasteful.
ex> Adding fresh herbs can make it tasteful.
= tasty

Koreans often use different sauces to spice things up.
ex> I usually add hot sauce to spice it up.

Ssamjang is the most common one, which is a combo of doenjang and gochujang.
* combo (=combination) 합한 것, 세트
ex> I'm a combo of my mom's looks and dad's personality.

After wrapping your food with a leaf about the size of your hand, stuff it into your mouth.
* stuff into: ~에 밀어넣다.
ex> Stuff the money into your pockets.

People often do the same thing when they eat raw fish.


@ I still haven't gotten over my breakup.

1. The restaurant is famous for its tasteful dishes.
2. Why don't you add hot sauce to spice it up.
3. This is a combo of a computer and a smart phone.
4. He stuffed so many things into his bag.