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[JAN 22] The most painful breakup you ever had

2009. 1. 23. 15:54

Describe about a breakupyou had with your boyfriend or girlfriend.

One of the most painful breakups I had in my lif was the one I had during my military service. There was a girl I was dating (and she) was perhaps the first person I ever loved in my life. Naturally, she and I cried a lot when the day came (for me) to join the military. She came to see me quite often (in) the first few months of my service but (as time went by) she (started to distance hersele from me). She didn't return my calls, and seemed less happy when I called her. And finally one day, she said she wanted to break-up over the phone. She said she felt so lonely, couldn't take it anymore. I was absolutely heartbroken (as) there was nothing I could do. I found out later on (that) she started going out with another guy. Still it took me over a year to get over her.

Expression of the day
That's what I am talking about!

2009. 1. 21. 13:01

Explain about the serious news of Bullying at schools.

Bullying is a serious problem in korean schools. Bullies (harass) their victims in various way. They sometimes (inflict) physical harm or simply make victims feel (alienated). Some often ask for money from their victims and make them engage (in) embarassing acts. Students who are bullied go through (enomous amounts of) psychological pain in (humiliation). In many cases, it is impossible for them to maintain a nomal school life. Some go as far as to take their own lives due to stress they get from bullies. I think there needs to be stronger efforts made by schools, parents, gorvenments to deal with dullying. (Instead) of simply punishing the bullies, it would be (wise) to put in place measure to prevent bullying in the first place.

harass [미] [hərǽs, hǽrəs]

괴롭히다, 귀찮게 굴다, 지긋지긋하게 굴다 (worry)
I was harassed with those debts. 나는 그러한 빚 때문에 골치가 아팠다.
【군사】〈적을〉 (쉴새 없이 공격하여) 괴롭히다
the frontier harassed by hostile Indians 적의를 품은 인디언의 침공에 시달리는 국경 지역
"He is known to harry his staff when he is overworked"; "This man harasses his female co-workers"
v. harry :〈도시 등을〉 약탈하다 (despoil) ;침략하다, 유린하다
괴롭히다;귀찮게 요구하다 《for》

Inflict

〈벌 등을〉 주다, 과하다 《on》
《inflict+목+전+명》 inflict punishment[loss] on a person …을 벌하다 […에게 손해를 주다]
〈싫은 것을〉 짊어지우다, 과하다;괴롭히다
《inflict+목+전+명》 inflict one’s views on[upon] others 자기 의견을 남에게 강요하다
〈구타·상처 등을〉 가하다 [입히다] 《on, upon》
《inflict+목+전+명》 inflict a blow on[upon] a person …에게 일격을 가하다 humiliation : 굴욕 창피

[JAN 13] Pick 3words that describe you the best

2009. 1. 14. 17:35

Interview Q) Pick 3words that describe you the best and explain why.

Well, I would say (the) 3 words that describe (me) the best are passionate, create and healthy.

Fist, I am very passinate (about) whatever I do. I am eager to try new things all the time so I am always highly motivated to learn. Next, I consider myself a creative person because I am quite good at coming (up with) new ideas. I like to think outside (the) box as much as I can. Last of all, I am a very healthy person. I always watch what I eat and work out on a regular basis. But when I say healthy, I am not just talking about physical health. I think I am a person who has a healthy mind-set too. I value hard work (and) always try to do (the) right thing when I (encounter) problems.

* Expession of the day: It doesn't hurt to try. 해봐서 나쁠거 없잖아.

*** [JAN 10] Cold sympton

2009. 1. 13. 13:35

A(HK): Hello

B(Richard); Hi HK, This is Richard, How are you?

A; I've been better --> 지금 상태가 안좋아.

B; You sound awful. Did you catch the flu or something?

A; A nasty one, I am afraid. I haven't felt this miserable (in) years.

B; Sorry to hear that. How bad is it?

A; I couldn't even get out of bad yeasterday, because I had a high fever, my temperature droped (a) little this morning (though).

B; Oh my, You also seem to have a (stuffy) nose. --> 코막히고

A; I know I have a (runny) nose and I have been sneezing all day. My throat is also very itchy and sore from too much coughing. --> 콧물나고 기침나고, 하도 기침해서 목도 간지럽고 쓰라리고

B; (Good lord), that sounds pretty bad. Have you been to the doctor?

A; Oh yes, my doctor just told me to take (a few days off and rest).

B; I think you should do that, too. Is there anything I can do for you?

A; Oh no but thanks for asking, hey listen, I'm going to hang out now, because I can bare hold the phone. My body aches all over.

B: Okay I'll let you go. I hope you feel better soon.

A; Thanks Be careful you don't come down with something yourself Rechard

B; Will do. Talk to you later, HK, Take care.

* I've been better.

지금 상태가 별로 안 좋아.

= I don't feel well.

= I'm not feeling well.

= I'm sick.

[JAN 9] The national health insurance and pension system

2009. 1. 12. 13:34

Explain about the national health insurance and pension system in Korea.

Korea has a national health insurance system that is sponsored by (a) goverment agency. It is (a) universal system that covers almost everyone in Korea. The monthly insurance fee you (pay) varies depending on income level, property value, and even what type of car you own.

However, the benefits you get (at) clinics, hospitals, drug stores are pretty much the same. Of course, there are private health insurance policies, too. But those are typically for major illness such as cancer. Meanwhile, Korea also has a national pension system. Under the current law, practically everyone with (an) income has to join (this) pension system. There are seperate pension (schemes) for civil servant(s), private school teachers and military personnel. In addition, most companies provide their employees with seperate retirement benefits as well.

[DEC 27] Good bye 2008

2008. 12. 29. 15:06

A: G'bye 2008! We only have four more days left (in) 2008.

B: I know, so many things happened this year. What do you guys remember the most about 2008?

C; I remember the 2008 Beijing Olympics, The korean athletes did a fantastic job.

We came in 7th place in the final medal (tally ) with 13 gold medals. I can still (vividly) remember those exciting moments.

A: What do you remember 혜연?

B: I think we had a lot of (controversy) over (food) this year.

Remember? There were a huge candlelight (vigils) (over) the issues of (resuming) us beef imports early this year.

Another thing that caused a big (stir) (was) chinese food imports that contained melamine.

B: You're right! Those 2 events turned (the) whole country upside and down. They really enhanced publical awareness on food-safety, (though.)

What was your most memorable event, 현진?

A: I remember the incident of a top korean actress (committing) suicide.

A lot of (controversy) was generated over (groundless) rumors and character (attacks on) celerbrities online, because (of) that unforturnaly development.

B: I couldn't believe my ears when I first heard about that. Let's just hope that such a (tragedy) never happens again.

A: You know, looking back on this year. There were so many things that happened (in the) economy too.

Remember (crude) oil prices rising up to near $150 a berrel, then only several months later, the global economy crashed after (the turmoil in) financial market.

C; You're right. (Come to think of it.) there were so many ups and downs (in the) economy too.

B: Anyway, I hope we will be able to hear about more good things in the coming year.

* Controversy : Controversy is a lot of discussion and argument about something, often involving strong feelings of anger or disapproval.

* Vigil /v

l/ : A vigil is a period of time when people remain quietly in a place, especially at night, for example because they are praying or are making a political protest.

* Turmoil: Turmoil is a state of confusion, disorder, uncertainty, or great anxiety.

- the political turmoil of 1989. - Her marriage was in turmoil.

Thesaurus (about turmoil)

turmoil

confusion, disorder, chaos, upheaval, disarray, uproar, agitation, commotion.

peace...

[DEC 23] Be a good asset for the company?

2008. 12. 26. 11:48

In what way do you think would be a good asset for this company?

While researching companies that I wanted to apply for. I was impressed (at) how much this company values innovation (and) creativity. I believe that these are 2 of my strongest points. I love to think outside (the) box, and I am open to every possibility in order to accomplish the task (at) hand. :주어진 과제를 수행하다.

I am also not afraid to take risks.

However, I also know that (while) risk-taking is often necessary, accountability is also important. I am a (conscientious) person who (is) responsible for my actions.

I also understand the value of teamwork and coorporation.

(In) that case, I know that I will fit in perfectly with the work culture at this company.

If I get hired, I will try my best to exceed your expectations as a valuable asset to the company. :기대에 부응하다.

* conscientios : 양심적인 (cf. conscious: 의식이 있는)

[DEC 20] Get cold.

2008. 12. 23. 14:34

Greg; So cold today. Do korean winters normally get this cold?

Yoo-jin; This is nothing Greg. It can get much colder than this.

Greg; Wow, really? I guess I get cold (easier than) you. Because I am from (a) warmer region

Yoo-jin: where did you say you (were) from?

Greg: I am from Austin Taxas, I've lived there all my life (before) I came here.

Y: Does it ever snow down there?

G: very very rarely, The annual snowfall is like 0, we can go for (a) decade or more without snow.

Y: when was the last time it (did) snow?

G: I think it was 2004 (or something), i remember it was on valentines day, It didn't even last (a full day though).

Y: I guess the temperature rarely falls below o Austin even in the winter.

G: does snow (a lot in) seoul?

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G: How low can the temperatures drop to?

Y: It can drop to as low as -10 degrees Celsius /사우스이~스/.

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Y: You are more familiar with (Fahrenheit) since you're from the States,aren't you?

G; Unforturnately, yes.

Y: Let me see. -10 degrees Celsius would probably be somewhere between 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.

G: Wow, that's pretty cold. So, you're telling me today is one of the milder days in the winter, right?

Y: You're right. You'd better get yourself some warmer clothes if you want to survive the korean winter, Greg.

1. I guess I get cold (easier than) you. Because I am from (a) warmer region. [get cold: 추위타다]

2. Does it ever snow down there? = Do you ever get snow down/up there?

3. The annal snowfall is like zero. [ the annual snowfall 강설량, the annual rainfall 강수량]

4. We can go for a decade or more without snow.

5. It didn't even last a full of day though.

The snow didn't even last a full day.

6. The temperature rarely falls[drop] below zero.

7. I guess you can say that.

8. How low can temperatures drop to?

How high can temperatures climb to?

9. It can drop to as low as minus 10 degrees Celsius.

10. - 10 degrees would probably be somewhere between 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.

11. Today is one of the milder days in the winter.

[DEC 19] End-of-the-year parties

2008. 12. 22. 11:12

End-of-the-year parties are huge part of how koreans wrap up the year. Nearly every korean company holds on of these extravaganzas. Companies use these occasions to thank there employees for their work during the past year, and to try to motivate them to work harder the coming year. At these events, the employees can enjoy good food and drinks on the company dime. The company parties usually begin with speeches and toasts. Some even have games, and give away raffle prizes. Koreans also have year-end parties with close friends and acquaintances. Many school reunions are in fact held at this time of year. An average korean worker may have to attend three or four of this parties. Regardless of whom you have these parties with, you can always count on one thing; a lot of people will get drunk!

1. End-of-the-year parties are huge part of how koreans wrap up the year.
2. The employees can enjoy good food and drinks on the company dime.
3. Koreans also have year-end parties with close friends and acquaintances.
4. Many school reunions are in fact held at this time of year.
5. You can always count on one thing; a lot of people will get drunk!
ex) You told me that I can always count on one thing.
Can I count on you for this? - 믿다, 잊지말아야 할 것 -