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Minji Kim
Korean
Native
English
French
Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Other

From Republic of Korea

Living in Seoul, Republic of Korea

Stop freezing, start speaking | Natural Korean + real culture You understand Korean but freeze the moment you try to speak? That's what we fix. 안녕하세요! I'm Minji, a Seoul-based Korean teacher with 10+ years of experience. I hold a Master's in Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language from Yonsei University and taught at Yonsei's Korean Language Institute. I've also created 400+ Korean lessons watched by 400,000+ learners worldwide. We don't just memorize grammar here. You'll learn patterns you can use TODAY and apply them right away to real situations—ordering food, traveling, small talk, work, K-content, or any topic you love. I also weave in the cultural context textbooks skip (gift-giving, drinking etiquette, what's actually polite) so you avoid real-life mistakes. 💬 What lessons look like Natural, practical expressions—not stiff textbook lines You speak from day one; I gently correct and expand what you say Custom materials + full English support Feedback and homework after every lesson 🎥 A comment I'll never forget "I couldn't understand anything from the textbook, but after one lesson with Minji, it finally clicked." Making Korean click is my goal every lesson. 📈 Levels I teach Beginner: Hangul, core vocabulary, survival Korean Intermediate: grammar that sticks, richer speaking, discussion Advanced: news, culture, nuanced expression Prefer structured lessons or relaxed free talking? Either way, I'll meet you where you are. My schedule fills up fast lately—grab a slot and let's get you speaking with confidence! 😊
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Image files
  • Flashcards
  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
  • Homework Assignments
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Trial Lesson
7 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
📘 Korean Conversation Practice – Speak Naturally, Not Like a Textbook
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Conversation
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Korean Free Talk ☕ Just Speak — Casual Conversation, No Pressure
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Korean Pronunciation & Speech Coaching – Sound Sharp When It Counts (All Levels)
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Learn to Read Korean (Hangeul) – Beginner Reading & Pronunciation
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Student Tia
Tia
46 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
I was lucky enough to meet Minji in September 2025, and since then my Korean has improved tremendously. Thanks to her, I’m learning comprehensive, practical Korean, not just textbook sentences. She is a highly recognized professional teacher on italki (not a community tutor), and it really shows in the way she explains grammar, adapts to my level, and helps me express myself more naturally. Her lessons are well-structured, encouraging, and always motivating. I truly feel supported in my learning journey and highly recommend her to anyone serious about improving their Korean. See you in 2026! She is too talented for this platform.
Student Dawid Grześkowiak
Dawid Grześkowiak
43 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
Lessons with teacher Minji are very enjoyable. She comes prepared, makes sure the class is engaging, and asks thought-provoking questions. Additionally, she provides excellent feedback after the lesson. I highly recommend her. It's also worth checking out her YouTube channel—though I think pretty much anyone looking for Korean learning materials has come across it at least once :)
Student Sam Pace
Sam Pace
4 Korean lessons
I had my very first lesson with 민지 today, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better teacher. From the start, it was obvious how much time and effort she had put into preparing the lesson. Everything was organised, clear, and easy to follow. She made me feel relaxed straight away, explained everything patiently, and encouraged me throughout the lesson. Her passion for teaching really shines through, and it made learning both enjoyable and motivating. I finished the lesson feeling much more confident and genuinely excited to continue learning Korean. If you’re looking for a friendly, professional, and incredibly well-prepared teacher, I can’t recommend 민지 highly enough. I’m so glad I found her and can’t wait for my next lesson!
Student Jordan Holder
Jordan Holder
16 Korean lessons
Teacher’s pick
I enjoyed my lesson with Minji! She is extremely thorough with the amount of examples and content used in each lesson. (Minji’s PowerPoints are so adorable and so informative). Also, Minji is super encouraging and she provides such a supportive environment. I am looking forward to our next lesson together and to continue developing my Korean language skills.
Student Dawid Grześkowiak
Dawid Grześkowiak
43 Korean lessons
함께 공부한 1년 동안 정말 감사했습니다! 🥳
Student Quynh Anh Le
Quynh Anh Le
7 Korean lessons
I feel like I just struck a gold mine finding 민지쌤!! Even though it was my first class with her, she came prepared with topic materials and adapted quickly to my Korean level. She has a good sense of how to keep the conversation flowing and when to explain unknown structures. As a learner who values the importance of comprehensible input and immersion, I am super eager to keep taking classes with her to improve my speaking. 10000/10!!