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Hey! I’m Cera, a Korean mom who teaches you real Korean expressions - the kind you actually hear in K-dramas, YouTube, and games. Not textbook Korean.

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Expressions - Daily phrases you’ll actually use

Culture - Food trends, K-culture explained

Slang - Internet & texting language

Memes - Viral trends decoded

Cute dog representing 댕댕이

What Is 댕댕이? Korean's Wildest Wordplay Explained

Korean internet invented a whole new language based on how letters look alike. Here’s why 멍멍이 became 댕댕이, and other wild examples.

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 771 words · Cera
Korean banana milk and bathhouse snacks

Korean Bathhouse Food: Why Banana Milk Hits Different After a Bath

Why do Koreans drink banana milk after bathing? What’s that brown egg at jjimjilbang? Here’s everything about Korean bathhouse food culture.

January 14, 2026 · 5 min · 874 words · Cera
Korean chef kitchen representing humble leadership

What Is 후덕죽 마인드? (The Korean Meme About True Leadership)

Move over 원영적 사고! Korean internet has a new mindset meme: 후덕죽 마인드. It’s about being humble despite your success. Here’s everything you need to know.

January 14, 2026 · 5 min · 857 words · Cera
Korean drama scene

What Does 잤니? 잤어? Mean? The Korean Drama Phrase Explained

A French choreographer watching Korean makjang dramas created the biggest meme of 2024. Here’s the phrase that broke the internet - and why it doesn’t mean what you think.

January 13, 2026 · 5 min · 957 words · Cera

Korean Cafe Ordering: 8 Phrases You Actually Need

Korean cafes are everywhere - but do you know how to order? Here are the essential phrases that’ll make you sound like you’ve been here for years.

January 10, 2026 · 5 min · 872 words · Cera

K-Pop Demon Hunters: Korean Memes, Fan Reactions & Hidden Details

Koreans have been going absolutely feral over K-Pop Demon Hunters. Here’s the memes, slang, and reactions you need to understand.

January 8, 2026 · 4 min · 789 words · Cera

Korean BBQ Survival Guide: What to Say When Meat is Life

Korean BBQ is an experience. But what do you say when you need more garlic? Or when you want to change the grill? Here’s your complete guide.

January 8, 2026 · 8 min · 1671 words · Cera

Korean Taxi Phrases: Don't Get Lost (Or Overcharged)

Korean taxis are cheap and everywhere. But can you actually communicate with the driver? Here’s everything you need to know to survive your ride.

January 6, 2026 · 8 min · 1509 words · Cera

K-Pop Demon Hunters: Korean Supernatural Terms Explained

K-Pop Demon Hunters isn’t just making stuff up. The supernatural elements come from centuries of Korean shamanism and folklore. Here’s what it all means.

January 5, 2026 · 4 min · 832 words · Cera

Korean Gen Z Slang 2025: 8 Words That'll Make You Sound Younger

Korean textbooks won’t teach you these. Here’s the Gen Z slang that’s trending in Korea right now - use it to confuse older Koreans.

January 4, 2026 · 8 min · 1515 words · Cera