Say It Like BTS! Easy Korean Words from K-Pop Songs
K-pop songs like the ones by BTS are full of catchy words and phrases that are perfect for young Korean learners. They’re fun, emotional, and often very simple making them a great way to start speaking Korean!
Catchy Words That Stick
These words pop up in K-pop hits all the time:
- 사랑 (sarang) = Love
- 친구 (chingu) = Friend
- 행복 (haengbok) = Happiness
- 미안해 (mianhae) = I’m sorry
- 고마워 (gomawo) = Thanks
Singing along helps with pronunciation and rhythm while making language learning exciting.
Sing and Learn Activities
Lyric Match-Up
Print out short K-pop lyrics with missing words and let kids match the Korean words they’ve learned.
K-pop Karaoke Time
Choose kid-friendly K-pop songs and let children sing along, focusing on words like “사랑” or “친구.”
Dinolingo helps kids ages 2–14 build vocabulary through fun songs, repetition, and interactive games. Just like K-pop stars use simple and powerful words, Dinolingo reinforces these through stories and animations.
Available on web, iOS, and Android, with offline activities like worksheets and flashcards for continued practice.
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