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The Bad Korean Teacher

Korean Language and Culture Educator

The Bad Korean Teacher is a Korean language and culture educator and content creator based in New York City. He has spent years teaching conversational Korean to students worldwide, helping learners move beyond textbook phrases and understand how Korean is actually spoken in daily life. With a combined social media audience of over 130,000 followers at the time of writing, he is known for breaking down complex grammar and cultural behaviors into clear, relatable explanations. His teaching philosophy centers on building confidence through practice, encouraging students to embrace imperfection as part of mastery. He offers private lessons, digital materials, and cultural workshops designed to improve pronunciation, fluency, and real-world communication skills.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science Degree

Professional Achievements

  • Has worked at Korean companies such as Samsung and Hmart
  • Helped with translations during election periods for Korean voters

Favorite Piece of Advice

For Korean learners, I strongly suggest starting with learning Hangul (the Korean alphabet). From there, you can start recognizing Korean sounds from K-drama or K-pop. Then record yourself speaking to pinpoint any gaps in pronunciation.

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Where to watch K Dramas for free
These aren’t necessarily free options, but Korean dramas have become much more accessible in recent years and are available on almost every streaming platform at this point, many of which you may already have access to. Some include Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and Viki. Viki is one that may be lesser-known and is more specific to Asian drama.

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Co-authored Articles (9)

10 Ways to Say “Thank You” in Korean

Korean Language Educator The Bad Korean Teacher explains how to say thank you formally or informally“Thank you” is one of the essential phrases you’ll need if you’re a beginner learning Korean or planning on trav...

How to

Say Hello in Korean

Korean Language Educator The Bad Korean Teacher explains how to say hello with different levels of formalityLearning basic greetings is important in any language. However, in a conservative culture such as Korea, it's mo...

70+ Cute Korean Nicknames & Terms of Endearment (with Meanings)

Plus, tips for creating personal nicknames for all your loved onesLooking for a cute and affectionate Korean nickname for your loved one? We’ve got you covered! In this article, we’re providing the ultimate list of K...

155+ Popular Korean Slang Words, Phrases, & Texting Terms

Korean language and culture educator Grace Sooda shares some of the coolest & most common Korean slang termsWhether you’re studying Korean or just want to know what your favorite characters and celebs are saying, you�...

Understanding “Jagiya” (자기야): Usage & Differences With “Yeobo”

Plus other Korean terms of endearment you need to knowWhether you’re casually interested in the Korean language or you’re a huge fan of K-dramas, “jagiya” (자기야) is a common expression you’ll come across o...

What “Sunbae” (선배) Means in Korean & When to Use It

Plus, the meaning of orabeoni, hubae, oppa, & more If you’re a fan of K-pop or K-dramas, you may have heard idols or characters saying the word “sunbae” (선배) when referring to another idol or an older, more exp...

160+ Common Korean Phrases You Need to Know

Korean Language Educator The Bad Korean Teacher lists the most popular Korean phrasesWhether you’re traveling to Seoul or just want to start studying Korean, you’ll need to learn some basic phrases! That’s why we�...

How to

Study Korean

Korean Language Educator The Bad Korean Teacher explains how to start studying Korean as a beginnerThe Korean language, also known as Hangeul, is the official language spoken in both North and South Korea. While the lang...

How to

Type in Korean on a Computer

This wikiHow teaches you how to install the Korean/Hangul language input on your Windows, macOS or Linux computer.