치즈감자- 4분
How to Use 10 TOPIK I Reading Practice Tests (Without Wasting Them)
A practice test can only be taken once. Here is a simple order for using ten TOPIK I reading tests: learn each question type first, then add the clock, then keep an error log.
- 4분
Why Scored Sample Answers Teach More Than Model Answers (TOPIK II Writing 53–54)
A model answer shows you the top of the mountain. A high, a middle and a low answer with scores show you the steps. Here is how to use scored samples to fix your own TOPIK II writing.
- 3분
How to Check a Korean Workbook Before You Buy It: 6 Questions
Not every workbook fits every learner. Six questions you can answer in ten minutes from a sample page, so you only buy a book you will actually finish.
- 6분
10 Korean Idioms and Proverbs You Will Actually Hear
Ten common Korean idioms, proverbs and four-character idioms with the literal meaning, the real meaning in English and an example sentence for each.
- 3분
How to Memorise Korean Vocabulary: Write It, Say It, Use It
Reading a word list feels productive and is not. A simple write-it, say-it, use-it routine for remembering Korean words, with a weekly rhythm you can keep.
- 2분
TOPIK I Vocabulary: A Study Plan for All 1,931 Words
The TOPIK I word list has 1,931 words. Here is how to split it into 97 short units, how fast you can go, and how to check that the words really stuck.
- 5분
Korean Workbooks for English Speakers: Which One to Start With
A guide to the Everykoreans PDF workbook library: Hangul and particles for beginners, a three-book TOPIK II vocabulary series, TOPIK II writing practice, and what is coming next.
- 4분
TOPIK II Vocabulary Workbooks 1–3: How the Series Works and How to Study With It
How the three TOPIK II Vocabulary Workbooks are organised (1,000 + 1,000 + 940 words), what one unit contains, and a simple routine for working through them.
- 3분
Learning Korean From Zero: The First Steps and Particles Workbooks
What is inside the Korean First Steps Workbook and the Korean Particles Workbook, who each one is for, and how to use them together in your first months of Korean.
- 3분
TOPIK II Writing 51–52 Practice Book: What Is Inside and How to Use It
The TOPIK II Writing 51–52 practice book has 100 original questions with accepted answers, scoring points and common mistakes. Here is how to work through it.
- 3분
오늘의 문법 4개 — 시간 · A/V-(스)ㅂ니다 · A/V-아/어요 · A/V-았/었어요 (10월 20일)
10월 20일의 한국어 문법 4개 — 시간, A/V-(스)ㅂ니다, A/V-아/어요, A/V-았/었어요. 뜻 · 모양 · 예문 · 대화를 치즈감자 문법 자료로 소개합니다.
- 3분
오늘의 문법 4개 — N이다 · N이/가 있다·없다 · 숫자 (한자어 · 순우리말) · 날짜와 요일 (10월 19일)
10월 19일의 한국어 문법 4개 — N이다, N이/가 있다·없다, 숫자 (한자어 · 순우리말), 날짜와 요일. 뜻 · 모양 · 예문 · 대화를 치즈감자 문법 자료로 소개합니다.
- 8분
이번 주 한국어 정리 — 낱말 40개 · 문법 4개 · TOPIK 4문제 (10월 15일~10월 18일)
10월 15일~10월 18일 치즈감자 인스타그램에 올린 주제별 낱말 40개, 문법 4개, TOPIK 연습 4문제(기출 아님)를 예문 · 정답과 함께 한 편에 모았습니다.
- 2분
TOPIK 쓰기 53번, 네 문장 틀로 쓰기
53번은 자료를 보이는 대로 200~300자로 옮기는 문제입니다. 개요 → 변화 → 원인·순위 → 정리, 네 문장 틀과 자주 쓰는 표현, 깎이는 실수를 정리했습니다.
- 1분
TOPIK 쓰기 점수 올리는 법 — 번호마다 깎이는 곳
쓰기는 51~54번이 배점도 시간도 다릅니다. 번호마다 무엇을 보는지, 어디서 깎이는지, 시간을 어떻게 나눌지 한 번에 정리했습니다.
- 13분
이번 주 한국어 정리 — 낱말 70개 · 문법 7개 · TOPIK 7문제 (10월 6일~10월 12일)
10월 6일~10월 12일 치즈감자 인스타그램에 올린 주제별 낱말 70개, 문법 7개, TOPIK 연습 7문제(기출 아님)를 예문 · 정답과 함께 한 편에 모았습니다.
- 13분
TOPIK Writing Questions 51 and 52: How to Fill In the Blanks
Master Questions 51 and 52 on the TOPIK II writing exam. Learn how to identify contextual clues, select the correct speech level, and secure full marks on fill-in-the-blank sentences.
- 13분
TOPIK Writing Question 53: Describing a Graph in Korean
Master Question 53 on the TOPIK II exam. Learn the formulaic structural templates, trend verbs, and transition phrases needed to summarize data charts and graphs within 200–300 syllables.
- 12분
8 Common TOPIK Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the costly strategic and linguistic errors that trip up thousands of TOPIK examinees. Discover the eight most frequent mistakes in reading, writing, and listening, and how to fix them.
- 13분
Free TOPIK Practice Online: What to Use at Each Level
Prepare for the TOPIK exam without spending a fortune on textbooks or academies. Discover the best verified free online resources, past papers, listening audio, and interactive practice tools.
- 13분
TOPIK I vs TOPIK II: Which One Should You Take?
Deciding between TOPIK I and TOPIK II comes down to your practical language goals, your current comfort with Korean, and whether you are ready for a written essay exam. Here is an honest breakdown of how the two tests differ and which one matches your needs.
- 13분
TOPIK Levels 1–6 Explained: What Each Level Means
What does Level 1 versus Level 6 actually mean in real life? Discover how the six TOPIK levels correspond to everyday survival, functional workplace communication, and professional fluency in South Korea.
- 13분
How to Study for TOPIK I (A 3-Month Plan)
Prepare effectively for the TOPIK I exam in twelve weeks. Follow this structured three-month study blueprint covering core vocabulary acquisition, listening drills, sentence parsing, and timed practice tests.
- 12분
TOPIK Reading Tips: How to Finish on Time
Struggling to finish the TOPIK reading section before time runs out? Learn practical pacing strategies, keyword scanning techniques, and transition word tracking to boost your reading efficiency.
- 12분
TOPIK Listening Tips: What to Do While You Hear the Audio
Master the TOPIK listening test by taking control of the silence between audio tracks. Learn how to preview answer choices, identify speaker intent, and take concise notes under exam conditions.
- 8분
이번 주 한국어 정리 — 낱말 40개 · 문법 4개 · TOPIK 4문제 (9월 29일~10월 5일)
9월 29일~10월 5일 치즈감자 인스타그램에 올린 주제별 낱말 40개, 문법 4개, TOPIK 연습 4문제(기출 아님)를 예문 · 정답과 함께 한 편에 모았습니다.
- 15분
Textbook Korean vs Real Korean: 20 Phrases That Reveal How Natives Actually Speak
Bridge the gap between sterile textbook grammar and living Seoul street Korean. Explore 20 side-by-side phrase comparisons, dialogue breakdowns, and links to our complete Real Korean guide.
- 11분
The Korean Apology Spectrum: From '미안' to '송구합니다'
Master the 5 levels of saying sorry in Korean. Learn when '미안' becomes an accidental insult, how to apologize on the subway versus at work, and why '죄송합니다' is your daily lifeline.
- 11분
How to Say No in Korean Without Actually Saying '아니요'
Learn the art of soft refusal in Korea. Discover why blunt 'no' (아니요) shocks Koreans, master the 4-step cushion formula, non-verbal cues, and why '힘들 것 같아요' is your ultimate social shield.
- 11분
Korean Reaction Words: Master 헐, 대박, 그니까, and Active Listening
Master the art of Korean 맞장구 (reaction words). Discover why silence kills Korean conversations, how to use 헐 and 대박 naturally, and the secret power of 그니까.
- 10분
The Many Faces of '괜찮아요': Why One Korean Word Means Yes, No, and I'm Fine
Master the ultimate chameleon of Korean conversation: 괜찮아요. Learn how one phrase means 'no thank you', 'no problem', 'it tastes great', and 'that time works for me'.
- 10분
Why '밥 한번 먹어요' in Korean Is Almost Never an Invitation to Eat
Discover the true meaning of '밥 한번 먹어요' (Let's eat sometime). Learn how food greetings evolved in Korea, how to tell real plans from polite goodbyes, and how to avoid calendar confusion.
- 10분
When to Use Banmal vs Jondaetmal: The Real Social Boundary in Korea
Demystify Korea's honorific boundary. Learn why meeting someone of the same age does not mean instant banmal, how service staff expect to be treated, and how to drop honorifics smoothly.
- 10분
Korean Texting Abbreviations: From ㄱㅅ and ㅇㅋ to the Legendary 헐
Crack the code of Korean initial-consonant texting slang (초성). Learn what ㄱㅅ, ㅇㅋ, ㄹㅇ, ㅈㅅ, and 헐 actually mean, and the dangerous places you must never type them.
- 10분
KakaoTalk Korean Texting: The Secret Rules of ㅋㅋ, ㅠㅠ, and the Terrifying Period
Decode Korean KakaoTalk texting culture. Learn the exact difference between ㅋ and ㅋㅋㅋ, why full stops (.) make Koreans think you are furious, and the five flavors of 'yes'.
- 10분
Korean Titles in Real Life: Unni, Oppa, Sunbae, and Why 'You' Is Dangerous
Learn how Koreans actually address each other. Discover why 'you' (당신) starts fights, how to use unni, oppa, and sunbae properly, and why everyone at the gym is a 쌤.
- 13분
Completing the Korean Unified Visa Extension Form: Boxes, Fees, and Checklists
Navigate the Korean immigration unified application form (통합신청서). Learn how to request visa extensions, update workplaces, calculate government revenue stamps, and assemble required attachments.
- 14분
Reading a Korean Workplace Safety Checklist: PPE, Hazards, and Stop-Work Rights
Navigate Korean factory and construction safety documents (작업안전수칙). Learn how PPE mandates, hazard warnings, machine lockout protocols, and stop-work rights protect workers.
- 14분
Reading a Korean Mobile Phone Contract: Plans, Commitments, and Penalties
Understand your Korean mobile phone contract (통신 가입신청서). Learn how contract periods (약정기간), terminal installment fees, early cancellation penalties, and MVNOs work.
- 13분
Reading Korean Delivery Messages: Tracking, Drop-Off Requests, and Locker Codes
Master Korean parcel delivery notifications (택배 문자). Learn how to track shipments, specify drop-off locations, retrieve packages from smart lockers, and contact couriers.
- 13분
Reading a Korean Apartment Maintenance Bill: General Fees, Heating, and Electricity
Demystify your monthly Korean apartment maintenance statement (관리비 고지서). Learn how common fees, electricity, water, city gas heating, and payment deadlines work.
- 14분
Opening a Korean Bank Account: Application Forms, ARC Rules, and Limit Accounts
Step-by-step walkthrough of opening a bank account in South Korea. Learn how to complete the application form, overcome limit account (한도제한계좌) caps, and set up mobile banking.
- 14분
Filling Out a Korean Hospital Intake Form: Symptoms, History, and Prescriptions
Navigate medical visits in South Korea with confidence. Learn how to fill out clinic intake forms (문진표), describe symptom progression, report allergies, and pick up pharmacy prescriptions.
- 14분
Reading a Korean Lease Contract: Security Deposits, Maintenance Fees, and Tenant Rights
Navigating a Korean residential lease agreement (부동산 임대차계약서). Learn how security deposits, monthly rent, management fees, special clauses, and fixed dates protect foreign tenants.
- 14분
Reading a Korean Pay Slip: Base Salary, Overtime, and Deductions Explained
Demystify your monthly Korean wage statement (급여명세서). Learn how base pay, overtime premiums, the four social insurances, and income tax withholdings are calculated.
- 14분
Reading a Korean Employment Contract: Key Clauses and Common Traps
Before signing a standard employment contract in Korea, examine these essential clauses. Learn how working hours, rest periods, overtime wages, dormitory deductions, and social insurance are documented.
- 12분
TOPIK writing Q54: how to structure the essay
Question 54 awards up to 50 points, yet many test takers lose marks despite flawless grammar because their essay structure is disorganized. Here is the standard outline that scorers expect.
- 12분
-세요 and its family: requests, prohibitions, and permissions
Almost every Korean learner memorises -세요 first, but asking, forbidding, permitting, and restricting each use distinct grammar patterns. Here is the whole family laid out side by side.
- 11분
안 vs 못: two ways to say "not" in Korean
Translation apps render both as "I do not", but confusing 안 and 못 can make you sound accidentally cold or rude. Here is the distinction between choice and ability.
- 12분
Saying "because" in Korean: -아서 vs -니까
Both translate as "because" in English, yet swapping them creates awkward sentences. Here are three practical tests to choose the right cause connector every time.
- 12분
When to use banmal: the polite vs casual dilemma
Standard textbooks rarely explain when it is actually safe to drop honorifics. Here is how casual speech differs from respect, and how to navigate Korean social levels.
- 12분
How to reach TOPIK level 6 for free
Language academies often charge hundreds of dollars a month for TOPIK prep. Here is a structured roadmap from Hangul to Level 6 using free resources available on this site.
- 11분
Which TOPIK level do you actually need?
You do not register for a specific level. You choose between two exams, and your score determines your level from 1 to 6. Here is how the structure works and where to aim.
- 11분
Can you really learn to read Hangul in one morning?
People often say you can learn Hangul in a single morning. That claim is half true and half misleading. Here is what actually happens in three hours, and what takes several weeks.
- 13분
Travel Korean Survival Guide: 43 Essential Phrases in 3 Tiers
From airport arrival to subway transit, hotel check-in, ordering food, and handling emergencies — master 43 essential travel phrases split into Easy, Standard, and Accurate tiers with audio, PDF pamphlet, and recording studio.
- 2분
한국 여행 생존 가이드 — 7대 상황 43개 필수 구문과 3단계 말하기
공항 입국부터 지하철·버스 환승, 숙소 체크인, 식당 주문, 쇼핑, 관광, 약국/응급까지 — 7대 핵심 상황별 43개 실전 구문을 쉬운 말·보통 말·정확한 말 3단계로 정리했습니다. 포켓 팜플렛 PDF와 녹음 스튜디오도 무료로 제공합니다.
- 9분
은/는 vs 이/가: one question instead of ten rules
The most asked question in Korean grammar, and the one most explanations get wrong by giving you a list to memorise. Here is the single question to ask instead.
- 15분
How to Learn Korean: the order that actually works
A step-by-step path from the Hangul letters to TOPIK level 6, with an honest estimate of how long each stage takes and what usually goes wrong. Everything linked here is free and needs no sign-up.
- 2분
이유를 말하는 법, 중급 편 — 거든요, 느라고, 바람에, 탓에
아/어서·으니까·때문에로는 못 담는 이유 표현들입니다. 상대가 모르는 걸 알려줄 때, 그거 하느라 다른 일을 못 했을 때, 뜻밖의 일 탓에 이렇게 됐을 때 쓰는 말을 모았습니다.
- 2분
예전 기억을 말할 때 — 던, 더라고요, 던데요
직접 보고 겪은 걸 나중에 전할 때 쓰는 표현들입니다. 던 하나가 명사를 꾸미기도, 문장을 끝맺기도, 상대의 반응을 기다리기도 합니다.
- 2분
저절로 됐다 vs 누가 시켰다 — 피동과 사동
문을 닫았다와 문이 닫혔다는 다른 문장입니다. 누가 했는지, 저절로 됐는지, 남에게 시켰는지 — 이 구분이 한국어 문장의 방향을 바꿉니다.
- 2분
들은 말 되묻기 — 다고요?, 다면서요?, 다니요?
믿기지 않아 되묻는지, 사실인지 확인하는지, 놀라서 되묻는지에 따라 표현이 갈립니다. 모양은 비슷해도 담긴 감정이 다릅니다.
- 2분
TOPIK 쓰기 54번, 짜임부터 잡기
54번은 문법보다 짜임에서 점수가 갈립니다. 질문별로 문단을 나누고, 서론에 문제를 되풀이하지 않고, 결론에 새 주장을 넣지 않는 법을 정리했습니다.
- 2분
원하는 걸 말하는 법 — 고 싶다와 았으면 좋겠다
둘 다 「원한다」는 뜻이지만 내가 직접 할 수 있는 일인지, 내 힘 밖의 일인지에 따라 갈립니다. 남의 바람을 전할 때 쓰는 법도 다릅니다.
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은/는과 이/가 — 규칙 열 개 대신 질문 하나
한국어를 몇 년 한 사람도 끝까지 헷갈리는 자리입니다. 외울 규칙을 늘리는 대신, 문장을 쓸 때마다 스스로에게 던질 질문 하나로 정리했습니다.
- 2분
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TOPIK, 몇 급이 필요한지부터 정하기
급수를 골라서 시험을 보는 게 아닙니다. 시험 종류를 고르면 점수에 따라 급수가 나옵니다. 이 구조를 알고 목표를 정해야 공부가 끝납니다.
- 2분
존댓말과 반말 — 교재가 잘 안 알려 주는 부분
교재는 해요체만 가르치고 끝납니다. 실제로는 상대마다 말투를 갈라 써야 하고, 여기서 나오는 실수는 문법 실수보다 크게 남습니다.
- 2분
TOPIK 6급까지, 무료로 준비하는 법
학원비도 교재값도 없이 한글부터 TOPIK 6급 수준까지 준비하는 방법을 정리했습니다. 광고가 아니라, 이 사이트에 실제로 있는 것만 순서대로 썼습니다.