Intermediate Korean Resources

We put together this list of intermediate Korean resources to help you improve your Korean skills faster. Clozemaster is awesome, but there's a lot out there and the key is finding what works best for you.

Korean Apps

Clozemaster: Reinforce your vocabulary and grammar through context-based sentences.
HelloTalk: Practice Korean with native speakers through text, voice, and video chat.
Memrise: Learn vocabulary and phrases with a focus on practical usage.
Anki: Create custom flashcards to reinforce your vocabulary and grammar knowledge.
Talk To Me In Korean (TTMIK): Study structured lessons with audio, text, and quizzes.
Naver Dictionary: A comprehensive dictionary with example sentences and pronunciation.
LingoDeer: Focus on grammar and vocabulary with structured lessons.
Quizlet: Review vocabulary and grammar with flashcards and games.
Seemile Korean: Video-based lessons covering grammar, vocabulary, and culture.
Eggbun: Learn Korean through a conversational approach with a chatbot.
KORLINK (Integrated Korean): Study materials from the University of Hawaii’s Korean language courses.
Beelinguapp: Improve reading skills with stories in Korean and your native language side by side.
Mondly: Learn Korean with daily lessons focusing on vocabulary and grammar.
Rosetta Stone: Immerse yourself in Korean through a natural language learning approach.
Nemo Korean: Practice pronunciation and essential phrases with an audio-focused approach.
Drops: Build vocabulary through quick and engaging visual exercises.
Tandem: Connect with native speakers for language exchange and practice.

Korean Reading Resources

Clozemaster: Reinforce your vocabulary and grammar through context-based sentences.
KoreanClass101: Provides reading materials and lessons with accompanying audio for better understanding.
Sejong Korean: Offers reading exercises and texts from the Sejong Institute curriculum.
Korean Short Stories: Books and online resources with short stories tailored for intermediate learners.
EBS Reading: Educational content and reading materials from EBS, including articles and stories.
Korean Children's Books: Simplified texts and stories for children that are suitable for intermediate learners.
Sogang Korean: Textbooks and online materials with reading exercises and passages.
Korean Web Novels: Read serialized novels and online fiction in Korean.
Korean Language Institute Texts: Reading materials from the Korean Language Institute with graded difficulty.
Korean Language Wiki: Articles and content in Korean for practice and reading comprehension.
Readlang: Read Korean texts with instant translation and vocabulary support.

Korean Listening Resources

Clozemaster: Practice listening and comprehension with sentences in context.
KoreanClass101: Offers a wide range of audio and video lessons tailored to various proficiency levels.
Viki: Stream Korean TV shows and movies with subtitles to enhance comprehension.
Melon: Listen to popular Korean music and follow along with lyrics to improve listening.
Podbbang: A podcast platform offering a variety of Korean language podcasts.
KBS World Radio: Access Korean news and radio programs for listening practice.
Naver TV: Watch Korean variety shows and news clips to practice listening.

Korean Writing Resources

Clozemaster: Practice writing with context-based sentences and fill-in-the-blank exercises.
Naver Papago: Translate and compare your writing with native Korean examples.
Grammar Checker for Korean: Improve your grammar and writing style with automated corrections (beta).
Korean Writing Practice: Online exercises and prompts for writing practice.
Korean Grammar in Use: Books with exercises and examples for writing practice.
iTalki: Engage in writing exercises with a Korean tutor for personalized feedback.
Daum Cafe: Participate in Korean forums and discussions to practice writing.
Korean Workbook Series: Books with writing exercises and activities tailored to intermediate learners.

Korean Speaking Resources

Clozemaster: Practice speaking with context-based sentences and pronunciation exercises.
Pimsleur Korean: Focus on speaking and pronunciation through audio-based lessons.
Speechling: Receive feedback on your spoken Korean through recorded exercises.
Mango Languages: Interactive speaking practice through scenario-based lessons.
FluentU: Improve speaking skills with video content and interactive exercises.
Beelinguapp: Practice speaking by listening and repeating phrases from bilingual texts.
Korean Pronunciation Practice (app): Focuses on improving pronunciation with guided exercises.
Sogang Korean: Provides speaking practice through dialogues and interactive exercises.
Gogokorean: Offers speaking practice through conversational exercises and role plays.
Korean Speaking Club: Join speaking clubs or online groups to practice conversational Korean.

Korean Grammar Resources

Clozemaster: Practice grammar through context-based sentences and fill-in-the-blank exercises.
Grammar Practice for Intermediate Korean: Focused exercises and explanations for intermediate learners.
Korean Grammar Guide: Online resource with detailed grammar explanations and practice sentences.
Essential Korean Grammar: Comprehensive dictionary with grammar points and examples.
Korean Language Wiki: Online wiki with detailed explanations of grammar rules and structures.
Duolingo: Offers grammar practice integrated into language learning exercises.

Korean Dictionaries

Daum Dictionary: Provides detailed definitions, example sentences, and audio pronunciation.
Oxford Korean Dictionary: A thorough bilingual dictionary with extensive entries and usage examples.
Collins Korean Dictionary: Offers detailed translations and context for intermediate learners.
Naver Korean Dictionary: In-depth Korean dictionary with extensive definitions and usage examples.
Korean Dictionary (Korean Language Institute): Authoritative dictionary with detailed definitions and examples.
Google Translate: Useful for quick translations and understanding context, though not always perfect.
Korean Learner’s Dictionary: Designed specifically for learners, offering simple definitions and example sentences.
Linguee Korean Dictionary: Contextual dictionary with real-world examples and translations.
WordReference Korean Dictionary: Provides translations and usage examples in context.
YBM Korean Dictionary: Well-regarded dictionary with clear definitions and practical examples.
Korean-English Learner’s Dictionary: Simplified definitions and example sentences tailored for learners.
The Korean Dictionary (HarperCollins): Provides thorough definitions and examples for learners at various levels.

Korean Textbooks

“Integrated Korean: Intermediate 1”: Comprehensive textbook with grammar explanations, dialogues, and exercises.

“Integrated Korean: Intermediate 2”: Continues from Intermediate 1 with more advanced grammar and vocabulary.

“Korean Grammar in Use: Intermediate”: Detailed grammar explanations and practical exercises for intermediate learners.

“Korean Made Simple: Intermediate”: User-friendly textbook with clear explanations and practice exercises.

“Korean for Intermediate Learners”: Comprehensive coverage of grammar, vocabulary, and practical usage.

“Talk To Me In Korean: Level 4”: Part of the TTMIK series with intermediate grammar and conversation practice.

“Essential Korean Grammar”: A concise reference with explanations and examples suitable for intermediate learners.

“Korean Writing Practice: Intermediate”: Focuses on improving writing skills with grammar and composition exercises.

“Real Life Conversations for Intermediate Learners”: Provides dialogues and exercises to improve conversational skills.

“Korean Short Stories for Intermediate Learners”: Includes short stories with vocabulary and grammar exercises.

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