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I feel like my Korean skills have actually gotten worse. Is it just an adjustment period?

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Sophie Laurent🇬🇧
Jun 27, 2026
Do you feel like your Korean language skills have actually regressed during the semester in Korea? As a student currently enrolled in level 3 at Sogang University, I feel that my speaking ability has decreased compared to the confidence I had at level 5 at Yonsei University. At Yonsei, I had to communicate with Japanese and Chinese students without using English, which allowed me to use Korean a lot. However, in my current class at Sogang, there are many Western friends who use English, so it seems that the frequency of using Korean has decreased. I wonder if this environmental difference affects Korean language skills. In particular, I would like to know if a situation arises where students remain at the same level and do not develop together. I am trying to improve my Korean skills by utilizing language exchange meetings and increasing conversations with native speakers. Is there anyone who can share experiences or advice related to this?
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