English translation is at the bottom of the page. Try your best to understand the passage first before scrolling to the end.
서울은 한강이 흐르는 한국의 수도입니다. 한국의 지명은 대부분
한자인데 서울은 한글 이름입니다. 연구자들은 보통 ‘서울’이
‘서라벌’에서 온 단어라고 생각합니다. 서라벌은 삼국시대의
한 나라 였던 신라의 수도였습니다.
Grammar and Vocabulary Explanation:
Korean Word | English Translation | Korean Word | English Translation |
흐르다 | to flow | 단어 | word |
수도 | capital city | 생각하다 | to think |
지명 | place name | 삼국시대 | Three Kingdoms of Korea |
연구자 | researcher | 신라 | Shilla |
서울이라는 도시 | a city called Seoul | -라고 | This is a quotation marker, used when reporting what someone says or thinks. |
English Translation:
The origin of the name 'Seoul.'
Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is situated along the Han River. While most Korean place names are in Hanja (Chinese characters), 'Seoul' is in Hangul (Korean alphabet). Researchers believe the name 'Seoul' originates from 'Seorabeol,' the capital of Silla during the Three Kingdoms period.
We'd love to hear from you!
Did you learn any new words through this story? Please leave your thoughts and stories in the comments. Also, if you are interested in our Korean classes, click here for more information or send us an email. Our classes offer fun and effective ways to learn Korean. We look forward to meeting you!
Comments