Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;Have you ever considered learning Korean, but been put off by the unusual look of the characters? Don't let yourself be scared away! Korean has been called "the most logical language there is," and with this friendly and thorough introduction you will soon see why.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;The best way to learn Koreanand#8212;this book uses a lighthearted, humorous approach. andlt;iandgt;Korean for Beginnersandlt;/Iandgt; starts by showing you just how reasoned and logical the Korean alphabet, hangeul, actually is, and helps you master it faster than you learned the English alphabet. Realistic situations you might encounter in Korea in Korean-speaking environments are described, and new words are explained in terms of how you'll find them useful to communicate. Numerous illustrations enliven the text, and a CD-ROM bound into the jacket lets you listen and repeat phrases in the book. Soon you'll be able to say with pride, "I know Korean!" Features of andlt;iandgt;Korean for Beginnersandlt;/iandgt; are:andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt; Learn to read Korean writing with ease.andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; Practical phrases help you converse with confidence.andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; A lighthearted "guide" walks you through, bringing the language to life.andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt; The CDand#8211;ROM's native Korean speakers help you to speak Korean like a pro. andlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;As the more than 1 million Americans who speak Korean can attest, the Korean language is here to stay, and generations of young (and older) adults are determined to learn it. This book is for people who want a grasp of how to speak, write and understand Koreanand#8212;and who want to enjoy things while they're at it!
Review
"With its tricky pronunciation, complex grammar and elaborate honorific forms, the Korean language can present a daunting prospect. This was the first book I used. it is a nice option if you prefer a gentle introduction to Korean. It's also entertaining with plenty of cultural information packed it." and#8212; andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Perapera Language Toolsandlt;/iandgt;andlt;/bandgt;
Review
"This was such a delightful book! I'd like to note that this book truly IS for beginners wanting to learn the language without having to take a class. the way Park Kyubyong Songsaengnim (with the help of Henry J. Amen IV) has set up the book works quite well with learning to read + write Hangul and the included cd-rom helps with pronunciation. I appreciate at how casually it's written as well, allowing you to take a breather at the more challenging parts while still hammering home all the needed details andhellip; if you're interested in learning the language, I definitely recommend that you start with this book." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;andlt;iandgt;Goodreadsandlt;/bandgt;andlt;/iandgt;
Synopsis
Korean has been called "the most logical language there is," and with this friendly and thorough introduction you can quickly begin speaking conversational Korean With a lighthearted and effective approach, Korean for Beginners starts by showing you just how reasoned and logical the Korean alphabet--hangul--actually is, and helps you master it quickly. Using realistic situations and conversations needed in modern Korea, commonly used vocabulary and detailed lessons, soon you'll be able to say with pride, "I know Korean "
This book is for people who want a grasp of how to speak, write and understand Korean--and who want to enjoy things while they're at it
- Filled with fun manga illustrations and practical situations
- Online companion audio recordings provide native-speaker pronunciation of words and phrases
- 40 short videos by teacher Bryan Park teach you how to pronounce the Hangul alphabet, vowels, and consonants
After completing Korean for Beginners you will be able to: - Speak Korean as its spoken today, and read Korean hangul with ease
- Converse with confidence using practical phrases and dialogues
- Successfully communicate in modern Korean situations, such as navigating cities, ordering food in restaurants or making plans
All companion content is accessible on tuttlepublishing.com/downloadable-content Synopsis
Korean has been called "the most logical language there is," and with this friendly and thorough introduction you can soon see why
Synopsis
Have you ever considered learning Korean, but been put off by the unusual look of the characters? Don't let yourself be scared away! Korean has been called "the most logical language there is," and with this friendly and thorough introduction you will soon see why.
As the more than 1 million Americans who speak Korean can attest, Korean is here to stay, and generations of young (and older) adults are determined to learn it. This book is for people who want a grasp of how to speak, write and understand Korean—and who want to enjoy things while they're at it!
Using a lighthearted, humorous approach, Korean for Beginners starts by showing you just how reasoned and logical the Korean alphabet, hangeul, actually is, and helps you master it faster than you learned the English alphabet. Realistic situations you might encounter in Korea in Korean-speaking environments are described, and new words are explained in terms of how you'll find them useful to communicate. Numerous illustrations enliven the text, and a CD-ROM bound into the jacket lets you listen and repeat phrases in the book. Soon you'll be able to say with pride, "I know Korean!"
About the Author
andlt;Bandgt;Henry J. Amen, IVandlt;/Bandgt;, is a freelance editor and writer of language learning materials; he learned Korean by being plunged into the busy streets of Seoul on a business trip.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;Kyubyong Parkandlt;/Bandgt; works at a Korean publishing company that creates practice books for Koreans learning English.