Скачать или смотреть [Beginner Korean Podcast] EP.40 Why Koreans Celebrate New Year Twice 🇰🇷 | Sinjeong vs Seollal

In this episode, you’ll learn why Korea has two New Years — Sinjeong (January 1st, solar calendar) and Seollal (Lunar New Year).

We explore how Koreans use two different calendars, how each New Year feels different, and what people usually do on each day — from quiet New Year’s mornings to family gatherings, sebae bows, and eating tteokguk (rice cake soup).

This episode is told in slow and very easy Korean, perfect for beginner Korean learners who want to improve listening skills while learning about real Korean culture and daily life.

If you’re curious about Korean holidays, traditions, and cultural differences, this is a great place to start.

Thank you for listening and learning Korean with me. 새해 복 많이 받으세요! 🌱

⏱ Timestamps
01:02 What are Sinjeong and Seollal?
01:59 Solar vs Lunar Calendar Explained
02:47 What Koreans Do on January 1st
03:44 What Seollal (Lunar New Year) Looks Like
05:39 Why Korea Has Two New Years
06:14 How Modern Koreans Feel About It
06:55 Final Thoughts & Goodbye

📋 Korean script with English translation for this episode:
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