Suh ChangWhoon
Written by 서 창훈, a certified Korean teacher with 14+ years of experience in Japan. He previously worked as a government officer, cybersecurity consultant, and English interpreter. Today, he teaches Korean in real classrooms without complex grammar explanations — instead, he trains students’ brains to speak naturally. His unique method is now the foundation of all his Korean courses.
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Hello! I am a Korean teacher. Today I want to help you. Maybe you are searching for how to learn Korean at home for free. Many people want to study Korean, but they do not want to spend money. I understand this very well. So in this blog, I will share real ideas to learn Korean for free.
Also, I will tell you about my special courses: my How to Read Korean course and my Story Course. These can help you so much if you want to learn Korean by yourself for free.
Let’s begin!
Can You Learn Korean at Home for Free?
Yes, you can! Many people think Korean is too hard. Or they think they need to pay money to learn it. But this is not true. You can learn Korean at home for free if you have the right plan.
When I learned English, I also tried to find ways to study for free. I understand how you feel. And now, I want to help you learn Korean.
The Best Way: Learn Reading First
If you want to know how to learn Korean for free beginners, I tell you this: the best way is to learn how to read Korean first. Reading is very important. When you can read Korean, you can study everything more easily. You can read signs, lyrics, books, and apps.
Some people try to skip reading. They try to only remember phrases or words. But later, they feel stuck. They cannot understand new things.
So I made my free How to Read Korean course. This is for beginners. You don’t need to know anything about Korean before you start. I explain everything slowly and clearly. I use very easy English.
👉 In this course, you will learn all the letters.
👉 You will hear the sounds and see how to write them.
👉 You will practice together with me.
👉 You will read real words from the first lesson.
This is a great way to start learning Korean for free at home. You can study by yourself, step by step. And you can feel proud when you read your first Korean word!
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How to Learn Korean by Yourself for Free — Read and Listen to Easy Stories
After you learn how to read, what is next?
The best way is to read and listen to easy stories. This is the key if you want to learn Korean at home for free and really remember Korean.
But there is a problem.
It is very hard to find a really easy Korean book. In stores or on the internet, most books are too hard for beginners. I saw this problem. That is why I made my Story Course.
In my Story Course, you can:
✅ Read easy Korean stories that match your level.
✅ Listen to the story read slowly and clearly.
✅ Repeat reading and listening many times.
✅ Understand the meaning of the sentences.
This is how I teach my students. And this is the best way to learn Korean for free beginners. You read and listen to easy stories. You repeat. You enjoy. This way, Korean comes into your head naturally.
Curious? See 5 real Korean sentence breakdowns you’ll actually understand!
Where Can I Learn Korean for Free Online?
There are many places online where you can learn Korean for free. Let me tell you some ideas:
YouTube — You can find free Korean lessons on YouTube. But choose channels that are slow and easy for beginners.
Free worksheets — Some teachers (like me!) give free PDF worksheets. You can print them and practice.
Online communities — There are forums and groups where you can meet other people learning Korean.
My website — I made free lessons for beginners. You can try my How to Read Korean course and free parts of my Story Course.
If you are wondering where can I learn Korean for free online, I hope you can visit my site and try my lessons. They are made to be simple and friendly.
👉 Want to read Korean faster? Try these speed reading strategies that really work!
How to Learn Korean at Home for Free — My Plan for You
1️⃣ Learn how to read Korean
Start with my How to Read Korean course. This is very important. This is the first step. When you can read Korean, everything else becomes easier. My course is free. I explain the letters slowly. You will hear the sounds. You will see how to read real words.
2️⃣ Read and listen to easy stories
After you can read, don’t focus on grammar yet. Start reading short stories that match your level. In my Story Course, I made very easy stories for beginners. These stories are made to help your brain get used to Korean.
- Read a sentence. Taste the words. Don’t worry if you don’t understand 100%.
- Feel the grammar naturally. Don’t try to explain it yet.
- Read the sentence again. Or read the whole story once.
- Repeat the story.
- Listen to the audio of the story.
- Read again, this time faster.
When you do this, your brain starts to get used to Korean. The structure of Korean will stay in your head. You will start to hear Korean. You will start to say Korean naturally. This is the real way to learn Korean at home for free and make your speaking and listening better.
The real reason you can speak Korean is:
- You read stories many times.
- You hear the same sentences again and again.
- Your brain starts to feel Korean.
This is how children learn language. This is how you can learn Korean by yourself for free.
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Why My Story Course Can Help You
If you want to learn Korean for free beginners, this way works because:
- You don’t feel stress about grammar at first.
- You meet Korean in a natural way.
- You enjoy learning.
- You repeat and feel the language.
Your brain gets used to Korean. The grammar will come to you. The words will stay in your head. And you can start speaking Korean naturally.
👉 Struggling with reading? Try my 4 Korean reading practice tips to improve fast!
From My Original Story Style Breakdown™ — A New Way to Truly Understand Korean
This is just one sentence from a complete learning system you won’t find anywhere else. — designed to help you understand Korean naturally, without getting lost in grammar rules.
When you can truly understand Korean sentences this way, speaking becomes much easier.
🚀 Quick Learning
Original Korean Sentence
사자가 코끼리를 잡아요.
Pronunciation Guide
사자가 (sa-ja-ga) 코끼리를 (ko-ggi-ri-reul) 자바요 (ja-ba-yo).
English Translation
The lion catches the elephant.
Literal Translation
Lion catch elephant.
Quick Reference
사자가 (lion) 코끼리를 (elephant) 잡아요 (catch).
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🔍 Deep Learning
Meaning and Context
사자 (lion)
→ The lion — the one taking action now in the story.
가 (subject marker)
→ Points out that the lion is doing the action.
코끼리 (elephant)
→ The one the action is done to.
를 (object marker)
→ Shows that the elephant is the object being caught.
잡 (to catch, grab, take)
→ The action — the lion catches or grabs the elephant.
아요 (polite ending)
→ I’m telling you this in a polite and friendly way.
Real-Life Usage
잡아요 is common when talking about catching or holding something.
Pattern Practice
1. 사자가 토끼를 잡아요.
2. 고양이가 쥐를 잡아요.
3. 아이가 공을 잡아요.
4. 강아지가 공을 잡았어요.
FAQs (What You Might Still Wonder About)
1. ❓ Can I learn Korean for free even if I don’t live in Korea?
Yes! You don’t need to be in Korea to study. You can learn Korean at home for free using online lessons. My How to Read Korean course and Story Course can help you start. You just need internet and time to practice.
2. ❓ How long does it take to learn Korean at home for free?
No matter what language you learn, if you cannot do basic speaking by yourself in 3 months, it means something is wrong. It is not because you are not smart. It is because you used the wrong way to study. Focus on reading easy stories again and again. Train your brain with stories. If you do this, you will be surprised — in 3 months, you will see that you can speak simple Korean by yourself!
3. ❓ Where can I learn Korean for free online without ads?
Many free sites have ads, but on my website, my How to Read Korean course and beginner Story Course have no ads. They are made for students who want to focus. If you ask where can I learn Korean for free online without stress, this is a good place to start.
4. ❓ Do I need a grammar book to learn Korean for free beginners?
No, not at the beginning. When you start to learn Korean for free beginners, it is better to read easy stories first. Grammar books can be useful later, but first feel the language through simple reading and listening.
5. ❓ Is it possible to learn to speak Korean naturally if I learn Korean at home for free?
Yes! If you read and listen to the right level of Korean again and again, your brain starts to understand how Korean works. That is why I recommend my How to Read Korean course first, then my Story Course. This helps you learn Korean at home for free and speak naturally over time.
6. ❓ How can I stay motivated when I learn Korean by myself for free?
The best way is to enjoy the process. When you learn Korean by yourself for free, try to choose fun, easy materials. My Story Course is designed to help you feel good when you understand the story, even a little. That makes you want to keep going!
Why is Korean grammar so hard? Find out what’s going wrong — and how to fix it!
Final Thoughts:
So remember:
- Flashcards are fun, but they don’t make you speak.
- Writing can help later, but it is not the first thing.
- Songs are fun, but they don’t teach you to speak.
- The key is: read and listen to easy stories. Repeat. Feel Korean. Your brain will learn Korean naturally.
You can start today. You don’t need money. You don’t need special tools. Just a good story, a clear voice, and your time.
Thank you for reading. I hope you join my free courses and start your Korean journey!
See another free Hangul lesson — Learn the Korean alphabet at How to Study Korean
