-ㄹ/을게요

This ending is used to express a promise, voluntary decision, or a plan based on the speaker's own will, usually made in the moment and directed toward the listener. It’s common in conversations where the speaker reacts and commits to doing something.

Examples:

1. 내일부터 공부할게요.→ I’ll start studying from tomorrow.(The speaker is making a promise or decision in the moment, often to someone else.)
   

Q. 누가 청소할래?A. 제가 할게요!→ I’ll do it!(The speaker is volunteering in response to someone’s question.)

Q. 계산하시겠어요?A. 네, 카드로 할게요.→ Yes, I’ll pay by card.(The speaker decides on the spot to pay by card. It’s a spontaneous decision.)

One of my students wrote this sentence as homework today.

"자주 물어보는 습관이 됐어요"

At first glance, it might seem okay—but just a small detail makes it sound awkward.

So I’d like to share with you why that is! 😊

"습관이 생기다" vs. "습관이 되다", what's the difference?

📘 Korean Grammar Tip: Using -게 with Verbs

The Korean suffix -게 is a super useful little piece that attaches to verbs to express purpose, method, emotion, or causation. Let’s break down how it works and when to use it!

1. To Show Purpose or Result

Think of this as the Korean way to say “so that” or “in order to.”You’re doing something with a goal in mind.

• 알람을 맞췄어요. → “I set an alarm.”

In Korean, both -(으)ㄹ 수 있다 and -(으)ㄹ 수가 있다 express possibility or ability, but they carry slightly different nuances.

-(으)ㄹ 수 있다 is the basic and neutral way to talk about something being possible or someone being able to do something. It simply states a fact, without any emotion or emphasis.

For example:

• 저는 한국어를 읽을 수 있어요. → “I can read Korean.”

• 지금 갈 수 있어요. → “I am able to go now.”

On the other hand, -(으)ㄹ 수가 있다 is used when you want to emphasize something — especially in emotional, surprising, or comparative situations. It’s also very commonly used in negative sentences to express strong feelings like frustration or disbelief.

Hello my student !

This Hoorimi from BDB Korean.

Thanks for watching today’s Shorts video!

Let’s review "몇" and "얼마" expressions together with some examples and a quick quiz.

1. Key Points

• 몇 + noun = "how many + noun" 몇 살 (how old), 몇 개 (how many items), 몇 일 (how many days), 몇 사람 (how many people), 몇 번 (how many times)

A Message for Everyone Studying TOPIK AloneHelloooo ! 안녕하세요! I'm Hwirim from BDB Korean. 

Preparing for the TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) can feel lonely and overwhelming sometimes.You might not know where to start, or how to keep going consistently.

If you’re studying without a class or tutor, I want you to know—you’re doing something amazing. Truly.And I’ve always wanted to support learners like you, which is why I’m writing this today.

Here’s something special, just for you!I’ve partnered with an incredibly helpful app called Topik ON, and I’m so excited to share an exclusive 53-day free access code just for my subscribers!

This app will help you study smarter—like a real test environment—even if you’re learning all by yourself.In this email, I’ll walk you through a simple self-study plan for TOPIK, plus how to make the most of the Topik ON app.

Shall we get started together?

Have you ever said "비가 있다" in Korean? Many Korean learners commonly make this mistake.

So, what is the correct way to say it in Korean? 🤔💡

🔹 In Korean, we don’t say "비가 있다" (There is rain).

🔹 Instead, we say "비가 오다" (Rain is coming / It is raining).

📌 Why?

Hello, Korean learners! This is Hoorimi from BDB Korean. Spring is slowly approaching—how is everyone doing?

Recently, I’ve been receiving a lot of questions about the TOPIK exam. However, I’ve noticed that many students lack information about it, and explaining everything individually takes quite a bit of time. So, I thought it would be helpful to write and share this letter instead.

In this newsletter, rather than explaining everything from A to Z, I’ll introduce some useful websites where you can find general information about the TOPIK exam and access study materials.

1. TOPIK Official Website

WEBSITE LINK : https://www.topik.go.kr/TWMAIN/TWMAIN0010.do

1. 빈칸 채우기 (Fill in the blanks)

단어를 사용하여 문장을 완성하세요.

(Use the words to complete the sentences.)

[친절하다, 엉망이다, 어렵다, 아침형인간, 따뜻하다]

1. 오늘 날씨가 ________.

2. 저는 매일 아침 6시에 일어나요. 저는 ________이에요.