K-pop based Korean learning EP 3: TWICE - What is Love?

 

K-pop Korean Episode 3: TWICE - What is Love?

"Hello, ONCE and K-pop fans! Today, we’re featuring TWICE’s What is Love? This song is full of curiosity and questions, making it perfect for learning how to ask questions in Korean.

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[1. Key Phrases inspired by the Song]

"Here are three useful question phrases inspired by What is Love?:

1. [Noun]이/가 뭐야? – 'What is [noun]?'

2. 왜 [Verb]? – 'Why [verb]?'

3. [Verb]는 게 뭐야? – 'What does it mean to [verb]?'

Now, let’s combine them into short sentences:

• 행복이 뭐야? (What is happiness?)

• 왜 이렇게 슬퍼? (Why are you so sad?)"

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[2. Dialogue Practice] 

Scenario 1: Talking About Love
A: 사랑이 뭐야? (What is love?)
B: 음... 마음이 따뜻해지는 거라고 생각해. (Hmm... I think it’s something that warms your heart.)

Scenario 2: Asking Why
A: 왜 이렇게 바빠요? (Why are you so busy?)
B: 일이 많아서요. (Because I have a lot of work.)

Scenario 3: Asking About a Concept
A: 행복한 게 뭐야? (What does it mean to be happy?)
B: 좋아하는 일을 하면서 사는 거라고 생각해요. (I think it means living while doing what you love.)

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[3. Cultural Insights]

"Koreans often use questions to show interest and keep conversations going. Here are some cultural tips:

1. Asking Politely: When asking questions in formal situations, add polite endings like -요 or use formal speech.
2. Follow-Up Questions: In Korean culture, showing curiosity about someone’s thoughts or feelings is a way to build connections.
3. Tone and Context: Be mindful of your tone—curious questions sound friendly, but overly direct ones may seem intrusive."

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 See you in the next episode!"