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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
48 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 YOKO IMAI
YOKO IMAI
7 Korean lessons
毎回スライドを使って丁寧に説明してくださるので、とてもわかりやすいです。こちらのペースに合わせて進めてくださり、楽しく韓国語会話を学べています。いつもありがとうございます!
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 YOKO IMAI
YOKO IMAI
7 Korean lessons
いつも楽しくレッスンを受けています。 丁寧にわかりやすく指導してくださり、 毎回レッスンがとても楽しみです。
Tania V. Villamizar
5 Korean lessons
첫 수업이었는데 정말 편안한 분위기에서 수업할 수 있어서 좋았어요. 제 한국어 수준과 공부하는 목적에 맞춰 앞으로의 수업 방향도 함께 이야기해 주셨고, 제가 말할 때 필요한 표현과 어휘도 자연스럽게 알려 주셔서 도움이 많이 됐습니다. 수업 자료도 잘 준비해 주셨고, 앞으로 제 관심사와 목표에 맞게 수업을 다양하게 구성할 수 있다고 해 주셔서 다음 수업도 기대돼요! 😊