Learn how 은/는 and 이/가 change the focus of the meaning of a sentence

☕️ Daejeon Korean Cafe Social: Practice Real Korean & Make Local Friends!

Looking to improve your Korean in a fun, relaxed environment without the pressure of rigid academy classes? Join us for our Weekly Korean Cafe Sessions!

Whether you just landed in Daejeon or have been living here for a while, this is your chance to learn practical Korean you can actually use—and immediately practice it with friendly Korean locals over coffee.

💡 Drop-in Friendly! You do NOT need to commit to all 8 weeks. Every session is 100% independent, so feel free to join whenever fits your schedule.

📅 Event Schedule & Details

• When: Every Sunday, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

• Where: Tamittie, Daejeon

• Instructor: Lily Kim (Certified & Experienced Korean Instructor)

• Level: Absolute Beginner to Upper-Beginner (English explanation provided)

• Vibe: Casual, friendly, small-group, and conversation-focused

Daily Flow (3 Hours Total):

• 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Mini-Lesson): Interactive session with Lily Kim focusing on 1 practical real-world skill.

• 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Language Exchange): Practice what you just learned with native Korean speakers in a cozy cafe setting.

📚 Weekly Topics (Join Any Session!)

• Week 1: Introduce Yourself & Express What You Like

  • Focus: Say hi, introduce yourself, and talk about your favorite foods, hobbies, and places (은/는 vs 이/가).

• Week 2: Order Coffee & Food Like a Local

  • Focus: Master natural Korean sentence order and feel confident ordering at cafes and restaurants (을/를).

• Week 3: Politely Say "NO" or "I Can't"

  • Focus: Learn how to decline invitations and talk about things you can or cannot do smoothly (안 vs 못).

• Week 4: Navigate Daejeon & Talk About Favorite Hangouts

  • Focus: Describe locations, daily routines, and where you go on weekends (에 vs 에서).

• Week 5: K-Food & Lifestyle Survival

  • Focus: Describe tastes, weather, and daily feelings using essential Korean adjectives (Spicy, Hot, Easy, etc.).

• Week 6: Speak Beyond Short Phrases

  • Focus: Connect short sentences into smooth, natural dialogue using everyday connecting words (하고, 그리고, -고, -아서/어서).

• Week 7: Master Korean Etiquette (Polite vs. Casual)

  • Focus: Understand when to use honorifics (존댓말) versus casual Korean (반말) through fun role-play activities.

• Week 8: 1-Minute K-Talk Challenge & Celebration

  • Focus: Review key takeaways, share a short 3-to-5-sentence reflection, and hang out with the group!

❓ How to Join

Simply hit RSVP on this event page to save your spot! Space is limited to keep the groups small and conversational. See you at the cafe!