๐Ÿฅณ New Book

Korean, Beyond Translation

100 words that teach the Korean people actually use. Learn the nuance behind direct translation and build a more natural feel for real conversation.

Author & teacher

Learn Korean with nuance, not just literal meaning

Minjae writes the way he teaches: simple, practical, and focused on how Korean really feels in conversation. The book and the lessons are built to help you notice tone, hidden meaning, and everyday phrasing that direct translation often misses.

If you want structured guidance after reading, Minjae can help you turn those phrases into something you can actually use while speaking.

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What members say

Someone who used Korean with Minjae. And felt the time was worth it.

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โ€œThe post-class captions/notes are honestly amazingโ€”clear, natural, and exactly what I need to review.โ€
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โ€œEvery class has a solid plan, but Minjae still adapts to what I want to practice that day.โ€
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Sophie
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โ€œThe captions after class are gold. I keep re-reading them and I can actually hear the expressions in real life.โ€
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โ€œMinjae explains things in a kind way and never makes it feel intimidating. Itโ€™s motivating.โ€
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โ€œThere are so many useful examples and real-life phrases. It doesnโ€™t feel like memorizingโ€”more like building habits.โ€
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โ€œThe atmosphere is calm and supportive, so I end up talking way more than I normally would.โ€
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Marta
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โ€œMinjaeโ€™s feedback is detailed but gentle, and the follow-up notes make everything stick.โ€
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Fasha
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โ€œIf you want a teacher whoโ€™s prepared, warm, and gives you great after-class summaries, this is it.โ€
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Hannah
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โ€œI didnโ€™t expect the after-class captions to be this helpfulโ€”perfect for shadowing and self-practice.โ€
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Wei Lin
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โ€œMinjae makes the class feel safe and friendly, and the materials are always on point.โ€
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Anya

What to expect in a session

Notes
Recap notes
A clean recap, will be sent to you right after the talk.
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English support
When you get stuck, Minjae will help you with English donโ€™t worry about language barrier.
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Pronunciation
Pronunciation and natural phrasing practice while you talk.
Corrections
Corrections
Clear corrections so mistakes donโ€™t repeat. Practice the better version.
Kaja โ€“ 1:1 Korean coaching

Start talking with Minjae.

No pressure. Pick a time, get direction and encouragement, and keep growing.

Frequently asked questions

A few practical details, so you know what to expect.

What happens in a typical coaching session?+
We start with a simple check-in and a topic for the day. Then we talk, practice Korean in real situations, and make small corrections along the way. At the end, Minjae gives a short recap and direction for what to focus on next.
What level is this for?+
All levels are welcome. Coaching works best once youโ€™ve built a basic foundation in Korean, but Minjae will meet you where you are and help you move forward.
How do I book a session?+
Choose a time on the booking page. After booking, youโ€™ll receive a Google Meet link for your session.
How long is each coaching session?+
You can choose either 25 minutes or 50 minutes when booking.
Do I need to prepare anything?+
No special preparation is required. Just join the session ready to talk. If you have something specific you want to work on, you can bring it.
Do I get a recap after the session?+
Yes. Minjae sends a short recap with notes and suggestions right after the session.