Korean Language and Culture

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Busan and Pusan are Italian equivalents of the English name "Pusan." The proper noun in question is the second major city in South Korea after the Republic's capital city of Seul ("Seoul").

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The name Viviana is of Latin origin and means "full of life" or "lively." It is a feminine name that carries a sense of vitality and energy.

One Korean symbol of good luck is the Samjoko, a trinity of symbols representing heaven, earth, and humanity that is believed to bring good fortune and protection. Another symbol is the Taegeuk, which represents balance and harmony, bringing positive energy and luck. Koreans also consider the five-petal rose of Sharon flower (mugunghwa) as a symbol of longevity and prosperity, often associated with good luck.

Tang soo do is a Korean martial art that emphasizes discipline, respect, and self-improvement. It is seen as a way to cultivate both physical and mental well-being, promoting balance and harmony within oneself and the community. Practicing tang soo do is not just about learning self-defense techniques, but also about developing character and personal growth.

The red-crested white crane symbolized longevity, spirituality, nobility, and was the bird of the immortals. It is said that people that lived noble solitude lives became cranes when they died.

There are 6 different types of coins that are used (some not so widely) in Korea. These coins are valued from 1 won to 500 won.

1 won: Almost non-existent, but is an official coin nonetheless. At an exchange rate of 1000 won to 1 dollar, these are 0.1 cent each.

5 won: Almost same as 1 won, almost non-existent. These are 0.5 cent each

10 won: Brown, bronze shaped coins. They are slightly larger than 1 won coin. They are more prevalent than 1 won in usage, but it's still hardly used. Again, following the previous exchange rate these are 1 cent each.

50 won: slightly smaller coins than 10 won, and these are silver in color. These are valued the same as a nickel in the US.

100 won: Probably the most used coin in Korea. Valued the same as a dime in the US.

500 won: These are the largest of the five coins, and are valued at 50 cents.

There was only one small geographic change due to the Korean War. Before the war started, the boundary between North and South Korea was at the 38th parallel After the war it was not quite so simple. As you go from left to right the border tilts North

Depending on the context of its use, the term "jang" ( 장 ) can mean "chapter" as in the sequence of things. In Taekwondo, the term is usually translated as "form" or "pattern" when used to represent each form within a series of forms or "Poomsae" (pre-arranged movements). An individual form is sometimes called a "Hyung" or "Tul." A set of forms in a related collection are called Poomsae, and each one is numbered as the next "jang" (form or chapter) in the series.

Il Jang: 1st Form

Yi Jang: 2nd Form

Sam Jang: 3rd Form

Sa Jang: 4th Form

Oh Jang: 5th Form

Yuk Jang: 6th Form

Chil Jang: 7th Form

Pal Jang: 8th Form

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"나는 아직도 당신을 사랑해요." (Naneun ajikdo dangsin-eul saranghaeyo) is how you say "I am still in love with you" in Korean.

In Korean, "mama" (마마) can mean "mommy" or "mother." It is an informal term commonly used by children to refer to their mother.

Early Korean culture is known for its strong influences from Chinese civilization, particularly in terms of language, writing system, and political structure. Buddhism was also introduced during this period and became a significant force shaping Korean society. Additionally, early Korean culture was marked by the development of a unique agricultural system known as the "Three Kingdoms Period," wherein the kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla emerged as major powers.

Keiseigi is a derogative insult that basically means "puppy dog" but the closest English equivelent is "B*st*rd". This is not a term to use lightly, is very rude and can cause strong offence.

The Korean word "hang sang" (한(한국어: hangul) 상(한국어: hangul)) means "always" or "every day." It is often used to express the concept of something happening regularly or continuously.

To say "I am smart" in Korean, you would say "나는 똑똑하다" (na-neun ddok-ddok-ha-da).

'Seo Soo Bin' is written as 서수빈 in Hangul, and 'Solbii' is written as 솔비 in Hangul.

It's actually not a strictly Korean thing to wear masks when outside. Many people across Japan, China, Mongolia and parts of southeast Asia wear them as well. Not only does it protect the people from breathing in harmful city pollution but it also protects against breathing in dust and other agents that may be bad for the lungs. People also wear them a lot in public places to prevent spreading germs and getting sick. A lot of times, if a person has a cold, they will wear the masks in public to be considerate of those around them.

The Korean phrase for "I missed you" is "보고 싶었어요" (bogo sipeosseoyo).

카리스마 (ka-ri-seu-ma) in Korean is a person's charm, or the thing that attracts others to them.

Yes, David Choi is Korean. He was born and raised in California, USA to Korean parents. He is also known for his music career, where he combines English and Korean lyrics in his songs.

"Aish" is a common exclamation used in Korean, similar to "oh no" or "ugh" in English, often expressing frustration, annoyance, or disappointment. It is not a formal word but is commonly used in informal conversations.

If given the chance, I would choose the power of telepathy. With this power, I would be able to communicate with my Asian neighbors, like the Koreans, effortlessly regardless of language barriers. I would use this power to foster stronger connections, understanding, and friendship between cultures by promoting open and meaningful dialogue.