You’re studying Korean. You know the grammar. You’ve passed TOPIK 1. But when someone asks a simple question, your mind goes blank. Sound familiar? In this post, I break down why most learners struggle to speak — and how changing how you practice (not what you study) can finally unlock your Korean speaking confidence. Bonus: I share my personal PDF of 1500+ real conversation questions to help you practice anytime.

Filler words are integral to making conversations flow smoothly, providing speakers with a moment to think. In Korean, common filler...