Episode 23. Boknal in Korea: Why Do Koreans Eat Hot Food in Summer? | Korean Listening Practice

from Easy Korean with Yeoni Ssaem · host YeoniKorean

Why do Koreans eat hot chicken soup on the hottest days of the year? In this episode, you'll learn about Boknal (복날), Korea's traditional summer days, the meaning of Iyeol Chiyeol (이열치열), and why Samgyetang has become the famous summer dish. This episode is perfect for Korean learners who want to understand Korean culture while improving their listening skills.

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