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Taewon Uhm
5.0
South Korea•
9:16 PM (GMT+09:00)
Korean
57
768
Korean
57
768
Speaks
Korean
Native
,English
C2
,Mandarin
C2
,German
B2
,French
B2
,Spanish
B2
,Japanese
B1
About Me
🌿 Where Linguistic Insight Meets Natural Korean ✨
Stop memorizing—start internalizing.
I am the author of *The Soft Shortcut*, a guide to Korean pronunciation, rhythm, and natural spoken expression. I help learners understand how Korean truly sounds and flows beyond textbook rules.
My teaching focuses on the deeper logic of Korean speech: sound changes, connected speech, rhythm, and authentic expression. Korean is not a collection of isolated rules—it is a living system shaped by natural communication.
**Why Me?**
**Sound Expert:** Master Korean pronunciation patterns such as liaison, nasalization, tensification, and natural speech flow.
**Multilingual Perspective:** Gain deeper insights through comparisons with English, Chinese, and other languages.
**Humanities & Hanja:** Explore Korean vocabulary through Sino-Korean roots and cultural connections.
**Global Teaching Experience:** Supporting learners from different backgrounds with personalized guidance.
**Learning Korean Like Humans, Not Machines**
Language is more than grammar. It is a bridge between people, cultures, and emotions. I guide you toward natural communication, cultural understanding, and confident self-expression.
**My Lesson Focus:**
• Natural Korean pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation
• Conversation skills for real-life communication
• TOPIK I & II preparation (Speaking & Writing)
• KIIP and OPIc courses
• Essay writing and academic coaching
🎯 **Credentials & Expertise**
• 6,000+ Online Lessons Taught Globally
• Korean Language Teaching Certificate (Korean government)
• TESOL & Chinese Language Teaching Certificates
• Ed.M. in Korean Language Education (HUFS)
• Three bachelor’s degrees in language-related fields
• Fluent in English & Mandarin Chinese; with academic training in German and experience using French, Spanish, and Japanese resources for comparative language insights
• Experienced in pronunciation training, writing coaching, and learner development
🎬 **Teaching Style**
• Professional yet approachable
• Practical materials using authentic Korean content
• Personalized feedback and structured guidance
• A comfortable environment for meaningful communication
With my guidance, you will move beyond memorizing Korean and discover how Korean naturally works. Let’s build your Korean journey with confidence and authenticity.
Read MoreStop memorizing—start internalizing.
I am the author of *The Soft Shortcut*, a guide to Korean pronunciation, rhythm, and natural spoken expression. I help learners understand how Korean truly sounds and flows beyond textbook rules.
My teaching focuses on the deeper logic of Korean speech: sound changes, connected speech, rhythm, and authentic expression. Korean is not a collection of isolated rules—it is a living system shaped by natural communication.
**Why Me?**
**Sound Expert:** Master Korean pronunciation patterns such as liaison, nasalization, tensification, and natural speech flow.
**Multilingual Perspective:** Gain deeper insights through comparisons with English, Chinese, and other languages.
**Humanities & Hanja:** Explore Korean vocabulary through Sino-Korean roots and cultural connections.
**Global Teaching Experience:** Supporting learners from different backgrounds with personalized guidance.
**Learning Korean Like Humans, Not Machines**
Language is more than grammar. It is a bridge between people, cultures, and emotions. I guide you toward natural communication, cultural understanding, and confident self-expression.
**My Lesson Focus:**
• Natural Korean pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation
• Conversation skills for real-life communication
• TOPIK I & II preparation (Speaking & Writing)
• KIIP and OPIc courses
• Essay writing and academic coaching
🎯 **Credentials & Expertise**
• 6,000+ Online Lessons Taught Globally
• Korean Language Teaching Certificate (Korean government)
• TESOL & Chinese Language Teaching Certificates
• Ed.M. in Korean Language Education (HUFS)
• Three bachelor’s degrees in language-related fields
• Fluent in English & Mandarin Chinese; with academic training in German and experience using French, Spanish, and Japanese resources for comparative language insights
• Experienced in pronunciation training, writing coaching, and learner development
🎬 **Teaching Style**
• Professional yet approachable
• Practical materials using authentic Korean content
• Personalized feedback and structured guidance
• A comfortable environment for meaningful communication
With my guidance, you will move beyond memorizing Korean and discover how Korean naturally works. Let’s build your Korean journey with confidence and authenticity.
Private Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
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5 years ago 
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19.7 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
Résumé
Education
2007 - 2010
Ed.M. Linguistics (Korean - English - Chinese)
K. University of Foreign Studies - Seoul Korea
Focus in Language Education
2004 - 2005
TESOL Certificate
KUFS / M. University - Seoul Korea / USA
Focus in teaching English as a second language
Certifications
2018 - 2019
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