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10 Best Apps for Learning Korean – We Have Tested them All

apps for learning Korean
There are times it seems that Korean learners are at a disadvantage compared to students of other languages. Most of the Korean learning platforms are in Korean and there are not a lot of great resources out there to learn Korean. However, there are some innovative apps for learning Korean in 2024. Smartphones are almost a necessity in modern life these days. People carry them everywhere which means it has the potential to carry a digital tutor anywhere you go. This is why using apps to learn Korean is the best approach. There are hundreds of language apps and knowing which ones are going to help you the most for the Korean language will save you a lot of time and money. Here are the 10 best apps for learning Korean in 2021. Enjoy!
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Saju – Full Breakdown of the Most Popular Fortune Telling in Korea 

Saju is by far the most popular fortune-telling in Korea. Think of it as the “Tarot” of South Korea. Saju literally means “four pillars”. While most people in Korea are either Christian or Buddhist, Saju is still embraced by Korean culture. In fact, fortunetelling as a whole is a huge industry in South Korea. It is estimated that the fortune-telling industry in South Kore is worth $3.7 billion. Walk around the streets of Gangnam, Hongdae, MyeongDong, etc and you’ll find fortune teller shops, booths, and even cafes. However, Saju is by far the most popular. It can be a form of entertainment and a way to seek advice on life issues for many Koreans. 
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Top 10 Richest Korean Sports Stars of All Time

When people think of Korea they might think of K-Pop which has taken the globe by storm. They might even think of Samsung Electronics and their T.V.s and smartphones. However, what people don't realize is that Koreans love their sports and especially their sports stars. They are treated like gods in Korea and this is something you can see clearly when one goes to a game in Korea. This is why big companies pay these sports stars huge amounts of money to endorse their company/products. Their influence reaches their loyal fan base who worship these stars as much as K-Pop stars. Businesses have been cashing in on Korea's pride for their countrymen/women for quite some time now and it doesn't seem like it is going to let up anytime soon. Whether they are retired or still active these Korean Sports Stars continue to generate include based on their "brand name" alone. Here are the top 10 wealthiest Korean sports stars of all time.
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Best Korean Subscription Boxes – Bring Korea to You

Korean Subscription Boxes
Korea is known for its unique culture, tasty snacks, k-beauty products, k-pop, and more. However, traveling to South Korea can be expensive. So why not have the best things about Korea come to you. Korean subscription boxes are the perfect gift for your family and friends interested in Korean culture because they can be the gift that keeps on giving for months and months. Monthly Korean subscription boxes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to find the latest products and trends in Korea.
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10 Must-Read Translated Korean Fiction Books

Kim Ji-Young, Born 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo
Korean literature has gained more recognition as Hallyu globally spreads all aspects of Korean culture. Korean books have transcended borders with their complex treatments of political issues and exploration of humanity. At the same time, those reading Korean literature for the first time will find that they have unique prose and cultural nuances that can help them better understand Korean society. If you’re looking to get into Korean literature, check out these ten books:
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