Basic Facts
What language does Korea speak?
Korean
How old are babies when they are born?
1
This vibrant, elegant garment with a 1,600-year history consists of a jeogori top and either a chima or baji.
Hanbok
Hello in Korean
Annyeonghaseyo (안녕하세요)
What is Korea's capital?
Seoul
When do people age up?
Lunar New Year
Often referred to as the harvest moon festival, this is one of South Korea's two major family holidays alongside Seollal.
Chuseok
School in Korean
Haggyo (학교)
What is Korea's population?
51.6 to 51.7 million
What is said instead of cheese in a photo?
Kimchi
While K-pop dominates the charts, this traditional folk music remains a deeply rooted part of the nation's "gugak" heritage
Gugak
Food in Korean
Eumsig (음식)
Name 2 of Korea's islands.
Jeju, Ulleungdo, Geojedo, Jindo, Hongdo, and Oedo
What color does Santa wear?
Blue
This specific type of craft utilizes traditional mulberry paper to create various artistic works.
Hanji
Friend in Korean
Chingu (친구)
What is South Korea's full name?
Republic of Korea (ROK)
Which city is the toilet museum located?
Suwon
This contemporary art movement, known for its monochrome paintings, represents the evolution of Korea's minimalist aesthetic.
Dansaekhwa
Words from Korean in English
Cunning, Meeting, Window Shopping