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“Jjan~” (jjan) is the sound Koreans make when clinking glasses.

It is commonly used when making a toast.

When is it used

• Before drinking...

In Korea, people typically use both a spoon and chopsticks during meals.

Tableware in Korea

A typical Korean meal includes both tools.

• Spoon: for rice and soup...

In Korea, it is common to see small stacks of stones in mountains or along trails.

What it means

• Making a wish

• Hoping for good luck...

In Korea, the number 7 is often written differently.

A short line is added through the middle of the number 7.

Because of this, it can look different from the way 7 is written in other countries.

Why Is It Written This Way?...

What is Arirang

Arirang is the most well-known traditional song in Korea, passed down through generations.

What kind of song is it

• There are many regional versions...

In Korea, it is common to wrap food in vegetables before eating.

What Is Ssam?

Ssam is a way of eating where meat, rice, and side dishes are wrapped together in leafy vegetables.

• Lettuce...

“Namsachin” (nam-sa-chin) and “yeosachin” (yeo-sa-chin) are shortened forms meaning “male friend” and “female friend.”

Meaning

• Namsachin A male friend

• Yeosachin A female friend...