Beginner Level¶

Welcome to the beginner level of your Korean learning journey. This section covers the absolute fundamentals you need to start communicating in Korean.

What You'll Learn¶

Section	Topics	Goal
1.1 Hangul	Letters, syllables, pronunciation	Read and write Korean script
1.2 Basic Grammar	Sentence structure, particles, tenses	Form basic sentences
1.3 Numbers	Native & Sino-Korean systems, counters	Count and tell time
1.4 Basic Expressions	Greetings, introductions, questions	Survive basic interactions
1.5 Basic Vocabulary	Family, food, places, common verbs	Build foundation vocabulary

Prerequisites¶

None. This level assumes zero Korean knowledge.

Learning Path¶

Start Here
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│  1.1 Hangul     │  ← Master this first (1-2 weeks)
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│ 1.2 Grammar     │  ← Core sentence patterns
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│Numbers│ │Expressions│  ← Study in parallel
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   │ Vocabulary │  ← Expand while reviewing above
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Time Estimate¶

With consistent daily study (30-60 minutes):

Hangul mastery: 1-2 weeks
Basic grammar foundation: 4-6 weeks
Complete beginner level: 2-3 months

Tips for Success¶

Hangul First

Do not skip or rush Hangul. A solid foundation here makes everything else easier.

Active Practice

Don't just read. Write out every example. Say sentences out loud.

Use Anki

Since you're already using Anki, add new vocabulary as you learn it. Include example sentences, not just isolated words.

Start Learning¶

Ready? Begin with Hangul - The Korean Alphabet.