Not only will this help you practice reading Korean words, but it will also help you to start speaking in Korean. Below you’ll find 50 common and basic Korean words for beginners. To help you learn these words, each of the Korean words below is written in Hangul (Korean characters) with English romanization and includes the English meaning. Mastering Korean starts with learning its most commonly used words. Whether you're a beginner striving to make your first Korean conversation or an advanced learner looking to strengthen your communication skills, the knowledge of the 100 most common Korean words could be your powerful tool. This comprehensive guide focuses on pronunciation, meaning, and usage, helping you to navigate through spoken and written Korean effectively. For those just starting to learn Korean, the following table lists some basic Korean vocabulary words taken from the list of the thousand most common terms (the full list is further down the page). Learn Korean words with these Korean vocabulary lessons complete with printable Korean vocabulary lists, flashcards, and worksheets.