10 essential Korean phrases for describing your daily routine
Master Korean vocabulary for your day, from waking up to winding down. Perfect for beginners!
Talking about your daily routine is a fantastic way to practice speaking Korean and share a bit about yourself. These phrases will help you describe what you do every day, from morning rituals to evening activities. Whether you're introducing yourself to new friends, filling out a language exchange profile, or just practicing your speaking skills, having a set of go-to phrases for your daily life is incredibly useful. Let's get started!
What this lesson covers
Core Korean words for everyday conversation.
English meanings, pronunciation hints, and tap-to-hear audio.
A quick flashcard flow and quiz to make the words stick.
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Learn the first set, listen out loud, then move into the full list below.
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Words 1–10
- 저는 아침에 일찍 일어나요.chun-nun ah-chim-eh il-chik i-ruh-nah-yoI wake up early in the morning.
- 아침 식사를 해요.ah-chim shik-sa-reul hae-yoI eat breakfast.
- 저는 보통 9시에 일을 시작해요.chun-nun bo-thong ah-op-se-e il-eul shi-jak-hae-yoI usually start work at 9 AM.
- 점심을 먹어요.jom-shim-eul mo-go-yoI eat lunch.
- 퇴근 후에 운동해요.thwe-geun hu-e un-dong-hae-yoI exercise after work.
- 저녁 식사를 준비해요.jo-nyok shik-sa-reul jun-bi-hae-yoI prepare dinner.
- 친구를 만나요.chin-gu-reul man-na-yoI meet friends.
- 집에 가서 쉬어요.jim-e ga-seo swi-eo-yoI go home and rest.
- 책을 읽어요.chaek-eul il-go-yoI read a book.
- 밤 11시에 자요.bam yeol-han-shi-e ja-yoI go to bed at 11 PM.
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