Chapter 53: Vocabulary of Holidays and Festivals in Korean

Welcome to Chapter 53 of our Basic Level Korean Course. In this chapter, we are going to learn about the vocabulary of holidays and festivals in Korean. South Korea is a country rich in culture and traditions. They have various holidays and festivals that are celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor. Understanding vocabulary related to these events is crucial to understanding Korean culture and language.

Holidays

Holidays in South Korea are called '공휴일' (Gonghyuil). Here are some of the major holidays and related vocabulary:

• 새해 (Saehae) - New Year
• 설날 (Seollal) - Lunar New Year
• 삼일절 (Samiljeol) - Independence Day
• 어린이날 (Eorininal) - Children's Day
• 광복절 (Gwangbokjeol) - Liberation Day
• 개천절 (Gaecheonjeol) - Foundation Day
• 한글날 (Hangulnal) - Hangul Day
• 크리스마스 (Keuriseumaseu) - Christmas

Festivals

Festivals in South Korea are called '축제' (Chukje). Here are some of the major festivals and related vocabulary:

• 추석 (Chuseok) - Harvest Festival
• 설날 (Seollal) - Lunar New Year
• 부산국제영화제 (Busangukjeongyeonghwaje) - Busan International Film Festival
• 진해군항제 (Jinhaegunhangje) - Jinhae Marine Festival
• 보령머드축제 (Boreungmeodeuchukje) - Boryeong Mud Festival

Additional Vocabulary

Here are some additional words you might encounter when discussing holidays and festivals in South Korea:

• 불꽃놀이 (Bulkkonnori) - Fireworks
• 행사 (Haengsa) - Event
• 음식 (Eumsik) - Food
• 축하하다 (Chukhahada) - Celebrate
• 가족 (Gajok) - Family
• 친구 (Chingu) - Friends
• 선물 (Seonmul) - Present
• 파티 (Pati) - Party

We hope this chapter has helped you expand your Korean vocabulary. In the next chapter, we'll continue to explore more aspects of the Korean language and culture. Until then, keep practicing and reviewing what you've learned so far. 화이팅! (Fighting!)

Now answer the exercise about the content:

_What is the Korean word for "Lunar New Year" and in what context is it used?

1"Saehae" - Used to describe the Lunar New Year at festivals. 2"Seollal" - used to describe the Lunar New Year in both holidays and festivals. 3"Chuseok" - used to describe the Lunar New Year on holidays.

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