최고 English 팟캐스트 (2025)

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079 How does he taste? (English) 9:05

15일 전9:05

9:05

You have a romantic feeling toward someone and want to know if he or she is also into you. Or you are a baseball pitcher and want to know what kind of pitch the batter is waiting for. Then what you have to do is to “taste them” first. Let’s learn how to say it in Korean. And let’s also learn what to bring when you visit your Korean friend’s place f…

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079 How does he taste? 35:18

15일 전35:18

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You have a romantic feeling toward someone and want to know if he or she is also into you. Or you are a baseball pitcher and want to know what kind of pitch the batter is waiting for. Then what you have to do is to “taste them” first. Let’s learn how to say it in Korean. And let’s also learn what to bring when you visit your Korean friend’s place f…

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078 I hope you get screwed 46:16

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Is there someone you really, really don’t like? And you don’t mind offending them in their face? Then this expression will do the job. Oh by the way, Eunice is back! She felt like her “rice bowl” was threatened so she agreed to come back to the show.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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078 I hope you get screwed (English) 19:17

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Is there someone you really, really don’t like? And you don’t mind offending them in their face? Then this expression will do the job. Oh by the way, Eunice is back! She felt like her “rice bowl” was threatened so she agreed to come back to the show.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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x20 Reps - 조용히 녹이기 (Sponge Loop 14) 1:41:55

약 1년 전1:41:55

1:41:55

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #14 조용히 녹이기.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 개털 (Sponge Loop 36) 1:06:55

약 1년 전1:06:55

1:06:55

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 유별난 음악듣기 (Sponge Loop 35) 1:10:56

약 1년 전1:10:56

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An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 유발 하라리 (Sponge Loop 34) 1:21:09

약 1년 전1:21:09

1:21:09

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 이불 두께 (Sponge Loop 33) 1:15:49

약 1년 전1:15:49

1:15:49

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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077 What is YouTube doing to us? 40:07

약 1년 전40:07

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With our special guest Taewoong, we take a deep dive into the world of YouTube. Why do we watch it? And why do we upload videos to it? And lastly, why Google offers it for free? And how is it related to car-sickness?저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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077 What is YouTube doing to us? (English) 13:02

약 1년 전13:02

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With our special guest Taewoong, we take a deep dive into the world of YouTube. Why do we watch it? And why do we upload videos to it? And lastly, why Google offers it for free? And how is it related to car-sickness?저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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x20 Reps - 그냥 사람 (Sponge Loop 13) 2:34:53

약 1년 전2:34:53

2:34:53

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #13 그냥 사람.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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x20 Reps - 같은 배 (Sponge Loop 12) 2:04:55

약 1년 전2:04:55

2:04:55

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #12 같은 배.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 하이킹 (Sponge Loop 32) 1:25:10

약 1년 전1:25:10

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An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 집청소 (Sponge Loop 31) 1:32:51

약 1년 전1:32:51

1:32:51

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 안경 닦기 (Sponge Loop 30) 1:11:38

약 1년 전1:11:38

1:11:38

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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x20 Reps - 딱 두가지 (Sponge Loop 11) 1:41:56

약 1년 전1:41:56

1:41:56

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #11 딱 두가지.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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076 Why do we work? 58:20

약 1년 전58:20

58:20

Our special guest Taewoong and Jonson take a deep dive into the topic of… WORK. We first cover three Korean words that mean “work” and how they are different from one another. Then we also talk about the pros and cons of having only one job vs. multiple. Lastly, we discuss the meaning of work, essentially the reasons why we work.…

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076 Why do we work? (English) 12:11

약 1년 전12:11

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Our special guest Taewoong and Jonson take a deep dive into the topic of… WORK. We first cover three Korean words that mean “work” and how they are different from one another. Then we also talk about the pros and cons of having only one job vs. multiple. Lastly, we discuss the meaning of work, essentially the reasons why we work.…

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075 Comprehensible Input Korean 47:55

약 1년 전47:55

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We have a special guest named Tae-Woong today. He runs a YouTube channel called 'Comprehensible Input Korean' which teaches Korean in a very interesting, yet highly effective way. He talks about why he started the channel and also his ambition to change the landscape of the language teaching business.…

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075 Comprehensible Input Korean (English) 9:39

약 1년 전9:39

9:39

We have a special guest named Tae-Woong today. He runs a YouTube channel called Comprehensible Input Korean which teaches Korean in a very interesting, yet highly effective way. He talks about why he started the channel and also his ambition to change the landscape of the language teaching business.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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Jonson's TMI - 크리스마스 장식 (Sponge Loop 29) 1:20:03

약 1년 전1:20:03

1:20:03

An episode of 'Jonson's TMI' where he talks about his daily life in too much detail. But at least it’s a good Korean listening practice :-)저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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059 시원하다 42:37

약 1년 전42:37

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Did you know there’s one Korean word that can be used for both cold water and hot soup? Or Korean professional baseball was first created for a political reason? Or orange juice is actually bad for you?Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 시원하다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 프로야구; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강…

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074 정 49:55

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Does it mean love? Or attachment? Or heart? The Korean word 정 is not only hard to translate but also hard to explain. So in this episode, we are going to take a deep-dive and discover its core meaning. We are also going to wrap up the discussion on gratefulness (or the absence of it). .Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 정; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야…

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072 두루마리 휴지 28:31

약 1년 전28:31

28:31

Today’s episode is all about butt-wiping, or toilet paper. There are a few ways it’s used in Korea that Westerners might find bizarre. Some might find them gross, but YOU might find them fascinating. We are also going to tell you how a roll of toilet paper can wish someone good fortune in Korea. And for the Deep Talk segment, we are going to start …

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058 제 와이프를 소개합니다 24:55

약 1년 전24:55

24:55

SpongeMind Podcast is back, with a new regular guest! Jonson and Eunice, his lovely wife, are going to give you many fun conversations about Korean language and culture. Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 밥; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 단군 이야기; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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060 철가방 아저씨 33:57

약 1년 전33:57

33:57

Let us tell you about the fascinating food delivery culture in the old days in Korea. Oh and about this thing that you’d have to do for your friends if you won a lottery in Korea.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 한턱 내다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 배달문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 건강저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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061 Military Culture in Korea 46:10

약 1년 전46:10

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Almost every Korean male has to serve in the military, and as a consequence, military culture permeates the entire Korean society. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the military culture in Korea as well as important military lingo commonly used by Koreans.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 거품 물다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 군대…

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062 Food Sharing Culture 26:16

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26:16

Koreans love sharing their food…but not always. And maybe not anymore, at least for certain kinds of food. In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the food sharing culture in Korea and how it changed over time.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 꼬리를 내리다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 음식 나눠먹기; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 성격…

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063 You Have Thin Ears 27:54

약 1년 전27:54

27:54

Eunice and Jonson talk about the expression Koreans use to describe someone who gets swayed by others too easily. They also talk about how our feeling and mood can change from moment to moment and how it impacts us.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 귀가 얇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 부대찌개; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 성격…

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064 Why is Korea called Korea? 33:19

약 1년 전33:19

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When Koreans say you have big hands, it sometimes has nothing to do with the body parts attached to your arms. It is an expression and it’s used when… well, you are going to find out from this episode. Oh and also how the name “Korea” came about.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 손이 크다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 코리아 라는 나라 이름의 유래; Section…

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065 My Ears Are Itching 32:51

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In this episode, Eunice and Jonson discuss the English education in Korea and how it changed over time… and what it means in Korean social life when your ears start getting “itchy”.Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 귀가 가렵다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 한국의 영어교육; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 소비 문화저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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066 The Tea That Once Ruled Korea 28:54

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What’s the Korean idiom for “bad influence”? And what’s up with that gold colored tea that almost every Korean restaurant serves for free? We are going to cover it all in this episode!---Summary of the Episode: Segment 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 물들다Segment 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 보리차Segment 3 (깊은 얘기) = 직업저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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067 Plastic Surgery in Korea 45:50

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45:50

In this episode, Eunice and Jonson talk about how Koreans say “OK, Boomer”. They also talk about the culture and trends around plastic surgery in Korea, and what pushes Korean girls into going under the knife. ---Summary of the Episode: Segment 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 꼰대Segment 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 성형수술Segment 3 (깊은 얘기) = 직업…

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068 You Disappoint Me 39:23

약 1년 전39:23

39:23

There is a Korean expression that Koreans use to express their disappointment… or sadness. But it’s used differently from the way the words “disappointed” or “sad” are used in English. You will have a clear idea how it works once you listen to this episode. And we are also going to find out why you rarely see kids at playgrounds in Korea. .Summary …

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069 Trot Night 32:36

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There is this music genre popular in Korea that’s more Korean than K-Pop, K-Ballads, K-R&B and things like that. Eunice and Jonson talk about what it is and its place in the Korean society. They also discuss probably the most important aspect of our lives, human relationships..Summary of the Episode: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 마음; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기…

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070 사투리 46:03

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46:03

사투리 means “dialects” in Korean. There are many 사투리 in Korea, and some of them have social and cultural significances. We will explore the world of 사투리 from these perspectives. We also cover three most important factors in human relationships by sharing the difficulties we had with our marriage and how we overcame them..Summary of the Episode: Secti…

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073 좀 그래 32:36

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32:36

There is an interesting phrase that Koreans use to express their displeasure. And it consists of surprisingly basic vocabulary! We are also going to talk about how Koreans treat dogs changed over time..Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 좀 그렇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 반려견 문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음…

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071 뿅 간다 38:58

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38:58

You may know how to say “I like it” in Korean. You may even know how to say “I love it”. But do you know how to say “I’m crazy about it”? Well, you will find out in this episode. We are also going to talk about how Japanese anime acquired a following among Korean kids to a religious fervor and how it still influences our culture. .Summary of the Ep…

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074 정 (English) 19:56

약 1년 전19:56

19:56

Does it mean love? Or attachment? Or heart? The Korean word 정 is not only hard to translate but also hard to explain. So in this episode, we are going to take a deep-dive and discover its core meaning. We are also going to wrap up the discussion on gratefulness (or the absence of it). .Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 정; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야…

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x20 Reps -김치에 대한 재미있는 사실 여섯개 (Sponge Loop No. 28) 1:51:47

약 1년 전1:51:47

1:51:47

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #28김치에 대한 재미있는 사실 여섯개.…

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073 좀 그래 (English) 12:14

약 1년 전12:14

12:14

There is an interesting phrase that Koreans use to express their displeasure. And it consists of surprisingly basic vocabulary! We are also going to talk about how Koreans treat dogs changed over time..Episode Summary: Section 1 (오늘의 한국말) = 좀 그렇다; Section 2 (재미있는 한국 이야기) = 반려견 문화; Section 3 (깊은 얘기) = 감사하는 마음…

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072 두루마리 휴지 (English) 11:25

약 1년 전11:25

11:25

Today’s episode is all about butt-wiping, or toilet paper. There are a few ways it’s used in Korea that Westerners might find bizarre. Some might find them gross, but YOU might find them fascinating. We are also going to tell you how a roll of toilet paper can wish someone good fortune in Korea. And for the Deep Talk segment, we are going to start …

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071 뿅 간다 (English) 15:17

약 1년 전15:17

15:17

You may know how to say “I like it” in Korean. You may even know how to say “I love it”. But do you know how to say “I’m crazy about it”? Well, you will find out in this episode. We are also going to talk about how Japanese anime acquired a following among Korean kids to a religious fervor and how it still influences our culture. .Summary of the Ep…

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영어 배우기: 바에서 3:44

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이 에피소드에서는 한국어와 영어로 반복되는 구문을 노출하여 영어 어휘력을 향상시키고 영어로 자신을 표현하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 이 에피소드는 DuoLingo와 같은 앱을 사용하든 더 공식적인 영어 수업에 등록하든 관계없이 기존 영어 학습을 동반하고 가속화하기 위한 것입니다. 두뇌를 영어 오디오에 더 많이 노출시킬수록 더 빨리 배울 수 있습니다. 이번 에피소드에서 한국어와 영어 문구 전체 목록을 확인하세요. 피드백 및 아이디어가 있는 경우 당사에 문의하십시오.: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com 이 에피소드의 문구: 오늘 밤 이곳에서 라이브 음악이 연주된다고 들었습니다. 좋아요, 재즈…

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x20 Reps - 외국인을 처음 본 날 (Sponge Loop No. 27) 2:47:10

약 1년 전2:47:10

2:47:10

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #27 외국인을 처음 본 날.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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영어 배우기: 명령하기 3 3:00

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3:00

이 에피소드에서는 한국어와 영어로 반복되는 구문을 노출하여 영어 어휘력을 향상시키고 영어로 자신을 표현하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 이 에피소드는 DuoLingo와 같은 앱을 사용하든 더 공식적인 영어 수업에 등록하든 관계없이 기존 영어 학습을 동반하고 가속화하기 위한 것입니다. 두뇌를 영어 오디오에 더 많이 노출시킬수록 더 빨리 배울 수 있습니다. 이번 에피소드에서 한국어와 영어 문구 전체 목록을 확인하세요. 피드백 및 아이디어가 있는 경우 당사에 문의하십시오.: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com 이 에피소드의 문구: 가서 동생을 데려오세요. 사촌에게 잘 대해주세요. 무슨 일이 있었는지…

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x20 Reps - 램쥐 (Sponge Loop No. 26) 1:23:39

약 1년 전1:23:39

1:23:39

This is a previously released Sponge Loop episode but repeated 20 times. This is meant for repetitive listening, my absolute favorite language learning technique. You can request the transcript and the translations at SpongeMind.org. This episode was originally called Sponge Loop #26 램쥐.저자 Jonson Lee 존슨 리

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영어 배우기: 갈등 해결 2 4:23

약 1년 전4:23

4:23

이 에피소드에서는 한국어와 영어로 반복되는 구문을 노출하여 영어 어휘력을 향상시키고 영어로 자신을 표현하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 이 에피소드는 DuoLingo와 같은 앱을 사용하든 더 공식적인 영어 수업에 등록하든 관계없이 기존 영어 학습을 동반하고 가속화하기 위한 것입니다. 두뇌를 영어 오디오에 더 많이 노출시킬수록 더 빨리 배울 수 있습니다. 이번 에피소드에서 한국어와 영어 문구 전체 목록을 확인하세요. 피드백 및 아이디어가 있는 경우 당사에 문의하십시오.: languagelearningaccelerator@gmail.com 이 에피소드의 문구: 당신이 화난 거 알아요. 우리도 그렇습니다. 지금은 이것으로부터 휴식…

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070 사투리 (English) 15:23

약 1년 전15:23

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사투리 means “dialects” in Korean. There are many 사투리 in Korea, and some of them have social and cultural significances. We will explore the world of 사투리 from these perspectives. We also cover three most important factors in human relationships by sharing the difficulties we had with our marriage and how we overcame them..Summary of the Episode: Secti…

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