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Jun 2021
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27. Particles Comparison: How To Use Par...

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Welcome to Episode 27 of the Essential Korean Podcast! In this episode, we’ll dive into one of the trickiest yet most important aspects of Korean grammar: how to use the particle 이/가 and how it differs from the 은/는 particle.

🎯 What you’ll learn in this episode:
1️⃣ The specific function and usage of the 이/가 particle in sentences
2️⃣ How 이/가 differs from 은/는 and when to use each
3️⃣ Examples to help you better understand the nuances between these two essential particles

👂 Practice Makes Perfect!
As part of this episode, we’ll listen to a snippet of 봄봄봄 and see how the 이/가 particle is used in action. Follow along with Teacher Kay as she explains, provides examples, and helps you practice. Don’t forget to repeat after her to improve your pronunciation and solidify your understanding!

💬 Share in the comments: Which aspect of 이/가 vs. 은/는 do you find most helpful after this episode?

#LearnKorean #KoreanParticles #EssentialKorean #SpeakKorean #이가Vs은는 #KoreanGrammar #RoyKim봄봄봄 #KoreanLessons #KoreanForBeginners #KoreanPractice #LanguageLearning

*Featured Song >
Title: 봄봄봄 Spring, Spring, Spring  (2013)
Artist: 로이킴 Roy Kim
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3-BDy55tq4


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