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Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100
Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100
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What is the difference between Korean English and native English?
An English conversation book from an expert who knows the difference best!


“I have seen for a long time up close how many people are frustrated because they cannot speak English.
It's not very cost-effective for the time invested.
"Why doesn't it increase as much? Why? Why does it have to be this way?" To understand this, I've been intensively observing Koreans' English patterns for a long time.
And at some point, I realized the fundamental reason why Koreans' English skills were not improving.
To reduce trial and error, you need to know exactly what's causing your English skills to not improve.
I was convinced of this after seeing a clear improvement in the English skills of many of the students I taught.
We'll help those who are tired of studying English to avoid wasting their energy.
I will work tirelessly day and night so that people can say that the English conversation skills of Koreans are divided into before and after the publication of 'Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation Series.' - Kim Jae-woo

"Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100" is a book that contains the essence of English content that has been refined over 20 years by teacher Kim Jae-woo, who has never lived in an English-speaking country and has studied solely in Korea, yet has a level of English proficiency that surprises native speakers.
Above all, it contains the author's will and desire to break the vicious cycle of "high-cost, low-efficiency English learning" faced by English learners in Korea and to create a successful English learning story.
It offers practical solutions to address key challenges faced by English learners in Korea, and focuses on key elements for improving English conversation skills based on the author's own experience and successful English acquisition cases.
It is structured to maximize learning effectiveness over a 100-day period by maximizing the patterns and expressions that native speakers use frequently. The contents for each day are as follows.

In 〈Representative Expressions by Day〉, we present key expressions that will help you take your conversational skills to the next level.
In "Teacher Kim Jae-woo's English Observation Diary," he pinpoints points that can confuse Korean English learners through real-life examples of how and in what situations today's expressions are used.
Based on this, you can learn today's expressions through the example sentences in MODEL EXAMPLES and understand the differences in nuance between Korean and English. SMALL TALKS offers vivid, lively dialogues you won't find in any other English conversation book.
In addition, you can check how the expression is used in everyday communication media such as business emails, KakaoTalk messages, and Instagram DMs through CASES IN POINT.
In the final FURTHER STUDIES, you can further upgrade your skills by expanding and learning vocabulary and expressions related to the key expressions for each DAY, and you can learn the key vocabulary and expressions for each DAY in the WORD BANK.


The "Mini Book" provided as an appendix in the book is a portable book that fits in one hand, allowing you to review representative expressions for each day and practice only the MODEL EXAMPLES examples.
In particular, it can be used as an English writing practice to express Korean words in English.
If you memorize every sentence and dialogue in "Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100" so perfectly that you can speak English like a native speaker, you will find yourself saying, "Wow, speaking English has become much more comfortable!"




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DAY 001 Expressing preferences using the preposition for
Working from home isn't for me.

DAY 002 Expressing anticipation using the verb wait
I can't wait to move into the new house.

DAY 003 Carefully Asking for Understanding Using the Verb Mind
Do you mind keeping it a bit short?

DAY 004 Expressing Emphasis Using the Adverb Super
Everything is getting super expensive.

DAY 005 Asking about feelings or thoughts using the verb feel
How do you feel about buying something second-hand, like a used car?

DAY 006 Emphasize the best of everything
There is nothing like camping to recharge your batteries.

DAY 007 Agreeing to a proposal using up/down
I am up for anything, as long as it's not too spicy.

DAY 008 Expressing physical conditions using the verb feel
I don't feel quite right today.

DAY 009 Making Polite Proposals
Would you like me to grab you some coffee while I'm at Starbucks?

DAY 010 Asking and answering thoughts or opinions
What price range do you have in mind?

DAY 011 Talking about your thoughts and concerns
I was thinking of going to translation grad school.

DAY 012 Expressing regret or longing using "I wish"
I wish I had that much money.

DAY 013 Asking for thoughts or opinions using the verb sound
How does 2:30 sound?

DAY 014 Saying 'there is something' even though I don't know exactly what it is
There is something different about BTS.

DAY 015 Asking and answering questions about completion
Are you done with your plate?

DAY 016 Saying that it suits you well
This t-shirt looks good on you.

DAY 017 Discussing schedules using the verb work
Does Tuesday work for you?

DAY 018 Changing the Topic
Speaking of which, what happened with you and Nicole last night?

DAY 019 Talking about your vacation schedule
I'm taking off tomorrow.

DAY 020 Expressing Busy Situations
I'm busy working on my dissertation.

DAY 021 Expressing Opposition Using the Verb See
I don't see it that way.

DAY 022 Expressing financial burden using the verb afford
It was something I could barely afford.

DAY 023 Saying it's expensive
This is all out of my price range.

DAY 024 Saying it's cheap
You get what you pay for.

DAY 025 Naturally Expressing Your Opinion
I'm glad you found a babysitter.

DAY 026 Asking without Burdening
Please feel free to contact me any time between 9 and 6 on weekdays.

DAY 027 Speaking Emphasizing Time
Are you drinking coffee at this hour?

DAY 028 Using Grab in its Various Uses
You wanna grab some breakfast?

DAY 029 Talking about adaptation/familiarity
I can't really get used to the smell.

DAY 030 Saying 'After doing ~, I finally do...'
I wasn't expecting you until tomorrow.

DAY 031 Think of A as B
Think of it as a compliment.

DAY 032 Expressing Understanding of Others
That explains why you have a southern accent.

DAY 033 State your purpose and purpose
I just wanted to make sure we are still on for tonight.

DAY 034 Talking about things you expect or look forward to
I look forward to hearing from you.

DAY 035 Asking about feelings or emotions naturally
What is it like working as an Analytical Lead at Google?

DAY 036 Requesting or requesting in the 5-form sentence structure
I'd like to get this steak cooked a little more.

DAY 037 Asking What to Do
What are you up to tomorrow night?

DAY 038 Talking about timing
You caught me just in time.

DAY 039 Expressions you can use in cafes and restaurants
Is that for here or to go?

DAY 040 Asking for Opinions Using How
How about we meet at Sookmyung Women's University Station?

DAY 041 Expressing how to bring something using the verb get
I got you a coffee!

DAY 042 Politely Declining
I'm good.

DAY 043 Using the versatile figure out
You figured that out right away.

DAY 044 Using the verb use to express necessity subtly
I could really use a cup of coffee.

DAY 045 Expressing gratitude for compliments
It's nice of you to say so.

DAY 046 Expressing opinions using the verb complain
I can't complain at all.

DAY 047 Using the verb owe to talk about money or debts that need to be repaid
You owe me five bucks.

DAY 048 Expressing Sympathy
I feel the same way.

DAY 049 Expressing hassle with the noun hassle
Transferring twice feels like a huge hassle.

DAY 050 Talking Naturally About Practices
That's just how things work here.

DAY 051 Expressing your desire to do well
I want to get better at golf.

DAY 052 Talking about free time
I can't seem to find (the) time to exercise.

DAY 053 Prepositions for: Using them in Various Ways
Daiso has pretty good products for its low prices.

DAY 054 Using the preposition "over" in various ways
Let's catch up over lunch.

DAY 055 Expressing a situation of stopping by for a moment using the verb swing
Swing by my place for coffee before work.

DAY 056 Saying you have an appointment/schedule
I'm afraid I already have plans.

DAY 057 Expressing a lack of money
Money is a bit tight right now.

DAY 058 Displaying working hours/business hours with the hours
What are the hours like?

DAY 059 Using the verb handle to convey the meaning of 'to handle'
I have a lot on my plate at work, but it's nothing I can't handle.

DAY 060 Conveying necessity using the verb call
That calls for a party!

DAY 061: Expressing "I didn't understand" in various ways
I'm sorry.
I didn't catch that.

DAY 062 Using "No wonder" to explain the basis for a judgment
No wonder you look so refreshed.

DAY 063: Keeping the conversation flowing when you can't think of anything appropriate
I can't think of the right thing to say.

DAY 064: Making the most of the way
New Year's is just around the corner.

Are you going to your parent's house, by the way?

DAY 065 Understanding the subtle differences in meaning of aware
I wasn't aware of the time.

DAY 066 Ending a Phone Call Naturally
I think I will have to let you go.

DAY 067 Expressing time using away
Lunar New Year is less than a week away.

DAY 068 Talking about Delayed Situations
I don't have time to grab lunch.
I'm behind on work.

DAY 069 Actively Expressing Empathy
That's for sure.

DAY 070 Go wrong with using it properly
You can't go wrong with black.

DAY 071 Expressing Purpose with the Preposition for
Let's go out for some fresh air.

DAY 072 Asking for reasons or business using the preposition about
What is this about? Is this about my test results?

DAY 073 Using the Verb Sound in Various Ways
That sounds like an even better plan to me.

DAY 074 Using "It's not like" to say "It's not like that"
It's not like we are in a serious relationship or anything.

DAY 075 Reconfirming the other person's intention using sure
Are you sure you don't want to try my sushi? It's really good.

DAY 076 Briefly Explain What You're Sorry About
Sorry about earlier.
My phone died.

DAY 077 Saying 'It's not that bad yet'
We are not there yet.

DAY 078 Speak naturally like a native speaker with the verb forget
I forgot my phone charger at work.

DAY 079 Expressing about a situation you are experiencing for the first time
I have never seen anything like this.

DAY 080: Communicating accurately about 'where and what you do'
I am at Hansot, picking up dinner.

DAY 081 Carefully Conveying Your Intentions
I thought maybe we could cancel the reservation and just stay at home.

DAY 082 Using Demonstrative Pronouns as Subjects
I took a painkiller, but that didn't relieve my migraine.

DAY 083: Using "be interested in" appropriately
I am not really interested in buying another insurance plan.

DAY 084 Asking Naturally If Someone Has Time
Hey, have you got a minute? I'd like to show you the logo I've been working on.

DAY 085 Asking if someone knows you using familiar
Are you familiar with Myungrang Hotdogs?

DAY 086 Using either actively in negative sentences
I haven't been to Yongnidangil, either.

DAY 087 Using the preposition unlike to express contrast and comparison
I get a regular salary, unlike other salespeople.

DAY 088 Expressing unusual situations using unusual and unusually
In America, hospital stays are unusually expensive.

DAY 089 Expressing assertions using the verb insist
Please let me drive you home.
I insist.

DAY 090 Speaking Naturally Using Noun Clauses
I like what you have going on here in the living room.

DAY 091 Expressing Comparison Using the Adverb "relatively"
10 million won is relatively cheap for a used car, but it's still expensive for me.

DAY 092 Expressing Causes Using the Preposition "From"
I think I got this back pain from sitting at a desk all day.

DAY 093 Expressing conditions and situations using the conjunction when
My hair gets really messy when it rains.

DAY 094 Expressing plans using the verb plan on
We're planning on going to Busan this weekend for Christmas.

DAY 095 Expressing Sorry Using "I'm Afraid"
I'm afraid the item you're looking for is out of stock.

DAY 096 Expressing Conditions Using the Conjunction Unless
I don't drive these days unless I really have to.

DAY 097 Expressing Opposition Using the Adverb Though
That is a great price.
I'm afraid I already have a decent massage chair, though.

DAY 098 Expressing understanding using the verb make sense
Minsu said he spends 33,000 won on his haircut.
That doesn't make sense to me.

DAY 099 Expressing opinions indirectly using the verb think
I don't think things are gonna work out between them.

Controlling the intensity of your speech using DAY 100 quite
I'm not quite sure if I am doing it right.

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Publisher's Review
How long will you stay at the basics?
After 100 days, you'll be amazed at the English coming out of your mouth!

English, which has been following me since my school days.
How many people in Korea are truly free from the stress caused by English?
Everyone would like to be able to speak fluently and without hesitation, especially with foreigners.
Once you feel like you've studied English a bit, you'll start to want to watch movies or TV shows without Korean subtitles.
You memorize so many English words and invest so much time and money into studying English for all kinds of exams, but when it comes to actually having to converse with a native speaker, your mind goes blank.
I try to speak by combining words I know in my head, but it sounds like awkward English.
Watching American dramas without Korean subtitles seems impossible unless you've lived abroad for a few years.


"Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100" is a book for all English learners in Korea who aspire to speak English well, especially those who want to speak English close to, if not quite like, a native speaker.
This book was written with the following points in mind:

First, it is a level of difficulty that can satisfy the needs of learners who are neither completely beginner nor intermediate, but are somewhere in between.
Second, sentences that are natural to native speakers while minimizing difficult expressions.
Third, minimize overly idiomatic expressions and consist of common expressions that native speakers frequently use in their daily lives.
Fourth, when you practice speaking with this book, it will be easier to converse with native speakers, and it is structured so that you can listen smoothly while watching American TV programs.
Fifth, no matter how good a native speaker's expression is, if it doesn't stick in your mouth, it's just like a "shiny apricot." So, I composed a dialogue with expressions and sentences that stick in your mouth.
Sixth, it is structured to maximize learning effectiveness over a 100-day period by maximizing the patterns and expressions that native speakers use frequently.

As a Korean who has experienced countless trials and errors, and has taught and closely observed countless English learners, the author knows better than anyone the differences between Korean English and native English. Therefore, the book 『Kim Jae-woo's English Conversation 100』 is a collection of 20 years of English education know-how that will help you speak like a native speaker without having to go abroad.

For those who are just beginning to take an interest in English, this book provides useful English expressions that can be used immediately. For those who can communicate but still feel frustrated with short answers, this book can serve as a guideline to help them grow to an intermediate level or higher.
How long will you stay stuck on the basics? With "Kim Jae-woo's 100 English Conversations," you'll be amazed at the English you'll be able to speak after 100 days!
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: July 5, 2023
- Page count, weight, size: 344 pages | 638g | 148*210*24mm
- ISBN13: 9791192389172
- ISBN10: 1192389174

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