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Learn Korean for free: pick a level, a course length and a goal
This is a free way to learn Korean in short daily lessons, from reading Hangul to TOPIK Level 2 topics. You do not need to decide everything at once: take the level test, or just pick how long you want to study and what you want Korean for.
Ready to try? It runs in your browser and is free.
Start learning Korean freeFour ways to choose your path
Start from whichever question is easiest to answer. You can change your choice at any time in the game.
Not sure where to start?
Take the 12-question level test (about 3 minutes). It suggests a starting level.
I know my level
Starter (Hangul), TOPIK Level 1 or TOPIK Level 2 content.
I know how long I can study
A 1-week, 1-month, 3-month or 6-month plan with a day-by-day schedule.
I know why I want Korean
K-pop, dramas, variety shows or the TOPIK exam.
Level test
Take the 12-question level test (about 3 minutes). It suggests a starting level.
- Free Korean level test: find where to start in about 3 minutesTake the 12-question level test (about 3 minutes). It suggests a starting level.
Choose a level
- Starter: HangulThe Starter level is for complete beginners.
- TOPIK Level 1TOPIK Level 1 content teaches everyday beginner Korean: introducing yourself, numbers, daily routines, shopping, food, directions and travel.
- TOPIK Level 2TOPIK Level 2 content moves from single sentences to everyday situations: making plans, calling and texting, banks, post offices, hospitals, school and work.
Choose a course length
- 1-week courseBy day 7 you can read basic Hangul and understand ten greeting expressions.
- 1-month courseBy day 30 you can read and write Hangul and introduce yourself.
- 3-month courseBy day 90 you can read and write Hangul and handle simple everyday topics.
- 6-month courseBy the end you have covered Hangul, TOPIK Level 1 and the core units of Level 2.
Choose a goal
- K-popFan messages, concert announcements and idol interviews are easier to follow once you have a solid base.
- DramasDrama Korean is mostly spoken, everyday Korean: casual speech with friends and family, polite speech at work and set phrases for emotions.
- Variety showsVariety shows move fast: quick reactions, challenges, food and travel talk.
- TOPIKTOPIK is the official Korean proficiency test.
What one day of study looks like
- Learn a few new words and phrases on one theme, for example greetings or ordering food.
- Read a short grammar point with examples.
- Practice with listening and a short reading.
- Finish with a quick review of what you learned.
A normal day takes about 20 minutes. The first 21 days teach Hangul itself; after that every unit has a clear goal such as “introduce yourself” or “order at a restaurant”.
FAQ
Is it really free?
Yes. The lessons, the level test and the practice exercises are free to use in your browser.
I cannot read Hangul yet. Can I still start?
Yes. The Starter level begins with how Hangul works and takes you through the letters in the first 21 days.
How far can I get?
The lessons currently cover Hangul and the content of TOPIK Levels 1 and 2. Content for higher levels is not on this site yet.
Ready to try? It runs in your browser and is free.
Start learning Korean freeKeep learning
- Korean phrasesEveryday expressions with pronunciation
- Korean grammarShort explanations with examples
- TOPIK vocabularyWord lists by level
- Hangul typingKeyboard layout and practice
All example sentences are original and were written for this site. Lyrics and drama lines are not used.
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