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Language issues in Seoul


Language issues in Seoul

Over the last 15-20 years Korea has undergone a major English language boom. Korean families are eager for their children to learn English and commonly place them in private language schools. Accordingly, most of the foreigners you encounter in the city will be resident EFL teachers from English-speaking countries. However, note with caution that the vast majority of Koreans will not speak any English, particularly the older generation. A few tourist information centers dotted around Seoul are staffed by English speakers, but by and large the average service provider will not speak English. English signage is visible everywhere in the city, from road signs to subway maps to shop posters.
  • The Seoul Global Center, 3rd Floor of the Seoul Press Center, 25 Taepyeongno 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, +82 2 1688-0120, . Provides foreign language assistance with regard to public services, but also beyond including help with awkward coping necessities like purchasing a mobile phone.

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