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  • Triumph Under the Stars: A Night at Gyeongbokgung

    Triumph Under the Stars: A Night at Gyeongbokgung
    Dec 31 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Korean: Triumph Under the Stars: A Night at Gyeongbokgung Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-12-31-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 경복궁은 겨울밤 별처럼 반짝였다.En: Gyeongbokgung shone like stars on a winter night.Ko: 눈이 쌓인 궁의 지붕은 마치 하얀 이불을 덮은 듯했다.En: The snow-covered roofs of the palace seemed as if draped with a white blanket.Ko: 새해를 맞이하려는 사람들로 궁 주변은 북적거렸다.En: The area around the palace was crowded with people looking to welcome the New Year.Ko: 경복궁의 신년 전야 대축제가 열렸다.En: The New Year's Eve grand festival at Gyeongbokgung was in full swing.Ko: 사람들은 두꺼운 옷을 입고 춤추고 노래 부르며 새해를 맞이할 준비를 했다.En: People, dressed in thick clothes, danced and sang as they prepared to welcome the New Year.Ko: 그 중에서도 가장 바쁜 사람은 보안 담당자 민지였다.En: Among them, the busiest person was Minji, the security manager.Ko: 그녀는 프로페셔널한 태도로 방문객의 안전을 지켰다.En: She maintained the safety of visitors with a professional attitude.Ko: 늘 그녀의 일에 최선을 다하는 민지는 이날도 예외가 아니었다.En: Always giving her best to her work, Minji was no exception on this day.Ko: 그러나 그녀 가슴속엔 또 다른 바람이 숨어 있었다.En: However, hidden in her heart was another desire.Ko: 조금 더 창의적인 일에 도전해 보고 싶었다.En: She wanted to challenge herself with more creative work.Ko: 그녀와 함께 일하는 동료 지수는 반대였다.En: Her coworker, Jisoo, was the opposite.Ko: 그는 여유롭고 사람들을 잘 다루는 성격으로 유명했다.En: Known for his laid-back and personable nature, he was talented at handling people.Ko: 지수는 보안 일을 좋아했지만, 속으론 작은 카페를 운영해 보고 싶었다.En: Although he enjoyed security work, secretly he wanted to run a small cafe.Ko: 밤이 깊어갈수록 방문객들은 자정의 불꽃놀이를 기대하며 경복궁 앞을 메웠다.En: As the night grew deeper, visitors filled the front of Gyeongbokgung, anticipating the midnight fireworks.Ko: 그러던 중 갑자기 모든 곳의 불이 꺼졌다.En: Suddenly, all the lights went out.Ko: "우르르!" 군중들이 술렁거리기 시작했다.En: "Boom!" The crowd started to buzz with unease.Ko: 민지는 상황을 빠르게 파악했다.En: Minji quickly assessed the situation.Ko: 중요한 전시물들의 안전이 위협받고 있었다.En: The safety of critical exhibits was at risk.Ko: 그녀는 심호흡을 하고 결심했다.En: She took a deep breath and made a decision.Ko: 민지는 모든 직원들을 소집하여 복구 계획을 세웠다.En: Minji gathered all the staff to formulate a recovery plan.Ko: 지수는 그의 특유의 침착함으로 방문객들을 진정시켰다.En: Jisoo calmed the visitors with his characteristic composure.Ko: 민지는 전기 시스템을 확인하고 직원들과 협력하여 필수 시설들을 먼저 복구하기 시작했다.En: Minji checked the electrical systems and began restoration of essential facilities with the help of the staff.Ko: 몇 시간이 지나고, 자정이 가까워졌다.En: After several hours, midnight approached.Ko: 마침내 민지의 노력으로 전력은 돌아왔다.En: Finally, thanks to Minji's efforts, power was restored.Ko: 불빛이 다시 켜지자 사람들은 환호성을 질렀다.En: As the lights came back on, people cheered.Ko: 곧이어 밤하늘을 가로지르는 불꽃놀이가 시작되었다.En: Soon, fireworks began to cross the night sky.Ko: 상사의 칭찬을 들은 민지는 안도의 한숨을 내쉬었다.En: Hearing the praise from her superior, Minji let out a sigh of relief.Ko: 그녀는 자신의 리더십에 대한 새로운 신뢰를 얻었다.En: She gained a newfound confidence in her leadership.Ko: 불꽃놀이의 환상적인 장관 속에서 민지는 생각했다. "도전은 기회가 된다."En: Amidst the fireworks’ spectacular display, Minji thought, "Challenges become opportunities."Ko: 그리고 그녀는 언젠가 더 창의적인 역할에 도전할 날을 기대하며 잠시 꿈꾸었다.En: She dreamed for a brief moment about the day when she would take on a more creative role.Ko: 새해가 시작되는 순간, 민지는 자신감과 새로운 희망으로 가득 찬 채 미소를 지었다.En: As the New Year began, Minji smiled, filled with confidence and new hope. Vocabulary Words:shone: 반짝였다draped: 덮은crowded: 북적거렸다festival: 대축제composure: 침착함buzz: 술렁거리기assessed: 파악했다critical: 중요한exhibits: 전시물들risk: 위협formulate: 세웠다recovery: 복구facility: 시설restoration: 복구cheered: 환호성을 질렀다praise: 칭찬sigh of...
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  • Secret Soiree at the Busan Naval Base: A Night of Defiance

    Secret Soiree at the Busan Naval Base: A Night of Defiance
    Dec 31 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Korean: Secret Soiree at the Busan Naval Base: A Night of Defiance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-12-31-08-38-20-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 해가 질 무렵, 기지의 바람은 차가웠다.En: As the sun was setting, the wind at the base was cold.Ko: 밤하늘엔 코발트색 구름이 흩어져 있었다.En: Cobalt-colored clouds were scattered across the night sky.Ko: 지금은 부산 해군 기지에 있는 것만으로도 육체적으로나 정신적으로 생생한 긴장감을 느낄 수 있었다.En: Just being at the Busan naval base made one feel a vivid tension, both physically and mentally.Ko: 지수는 여러 개의 두툼한 외투를 껴입고 쓰러질 것 같은 눈으로 기지를 둘러보았다.En: Jisoo bundled up in several thick coats and looked around the base with weary eyes.Ko: "오늘 밤만큼은 팀원들을 위한 무언가를 하고 싶다," 그녀는 혼잣말을 했다.En: "Just for tonight, I want to do something for my team," she murmured to herself.Ko: 이곳은 부산 해군 기지.En: This was the Busan naval base.Ko: 부서진 콘크리트와 강철이 조화를 이루며 차갑고 송곳 같은 바람이 계속 몸을 휘감았다.En: Broken concrete and steel harmonized as the cold, piercing wind continued to wrap around the body.Ko: 이곳 모든 장병이 규칙을 철저히 지켜야 한다는 것은 너무나도 당연한 사실이었다.En: It was a given that everyone here had to strictly follow the rules.Ko: 하지만 지수는 올해는 달랐으면 했다.En: However, Jisoo wished this year could be different.Ko: 지수는 몇 달 동안 열심히 일해왔고 그녀의 팀도 마찬가지였다.En: Jisoo had been working hard for months, along with her team.Ko: 그는 이 어려운 시기에 많은 동료들에게 작은 기쁨을 주고 싶었다.En: She wanted to bring a small joy to many of her colleagues during these tough times.Ko: 그리고 바로 그 이유로 미준과 대양을 불렀다.En: And that's why she called Mijun and Daeyang.Ko: "미준, 대양, 우리 오늘 밤 비밀 파티를 열자," 지수가 말했다.En: "Mijun, Daeyang, let's throw a secret party tonight," Jisoo said.Ko: 미준은 깜짝 놀라며 눈이 휘둥그레졌다.En: Mijun was surprised and his eyes widened.Ko: "규칙인데... 하지만 재미있을 것같아."En: "It's against the rules... but it sounds fun."Ko: 대양은 긴장한 듯 시선을 둘러봤다.En: Daeyang looked around nervously.Ko: "하지만 어떻게 해요? 지켜야 할 사항이 많잖아요."En: "But how can we? There are so many rules to follow."Ko: 지수는 말없이 웃었다.En: Jisoo silently smiled.Ko: "우리는 공급 저장실을 이용할 거야. 미준, 넌 나를 도와 준비하자. 대양, 넌 바깥에서 지켜봐."En: "We'll use the supply storeroom. Mijun, you help me prepare. Daeyang, you keep watch outside."Ko: 야외 기온이 낮고 깜깜했지만, 세 사람의 얼굴에는 웃음이 가득했다.En: Even though the outdoor temperature was low and it was dark, their faces were full of smiles.Ko: 그들은 차근차근 계획을 세웠다.En: They slowly crafted a plan.Ko: 그리고 저녁 9시가 되었고, 그들은 모든 준비를 마쳤다.En: By 9 PM, they had completed all the preparations.Ko: 저장실은 작고 엉망이었지만, 사랑과 기대로 가득했다.En: The storeroom was small and messy, but it was filled with love and anticipation.Ko: "대양, 우리가 준비하는 동안 엿보는 대문 밖을 보고 있어," 미준이 손에 열쇠를 잡고 말했다.En: "Daeyang, keep an eye on the doorway while we set up," Mijun said, holding a key in his hand.Ko: 지수는 작은 라이트를 켰고,En: Jisoo turned on a small light.Ko: 그의 결정은 흔들리지 않았다.En: Her resolve was unwavering.Ko: 지수는 귤과 음료수를 준비해 두었다.En: She had prepared tangerines and drinks.Ko: 세 사람은 조그만 지하실에서 작은 희망을 만들어 냈다.En: The three of them created a small hope within the tiny basement.Ko: 카운트다운이 시작되고, 시계는 빠르게 11시 59분을 가리켰다.En: The countdown began, and the clock quickly pointed to 11:59.Ko: "10, 9, 8, 7..." 일행 셋은 입을 모았다.En: "10, 9, 8, 7..." the trio chanted in unison.Ko: 그런데, 문 소리가 나서 모두 고개를 돌렸다.En: Then, a sound came from the door, and they all turned their heads.Ko: 지휘관이었다.En: It was the commander.Ko: 방은 조용해졌다.En: The room fell silent.Ko: 누구 하나 숨도 쉬지 않았다.En: No one even dared to breathe.Ko: 하지만 지휘관의 얼굴에 미소가 번졌다.En: But a smile spread across the commander's face.Ko: "과거에 나도 이런 파티를 열곤 했어," 그는 회상하는 눈빛으로 말했다.En: "I used to hold parties like this in the past," he said with a reminiscing ...
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    17 mins
  • A Teahouse Tale: Finding Inspiration in Seoul's Heart

    A Teahouse Tale: Finding Inspiration in Seoul's Heart
    Dec 30 2025
    Fluent Fiction - Korean: A Teahouse Tale: Finding Inspiration in Seoul's Heart Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ko/episode/2025-12-30-23-34-02-ko Story Transcript:Ko: 비 내리는 겨울 저녁, 지훈, 은서, 민규는 서울 인사동을 걷고 있다.En: On a rainy winter evening, Jihoon, Eunseo, and Mingyu were walking through Seoul Insa-dong.Ko: 인사동 거리에는 전통 등불이 밝혀져 있고, 축제 분위기로 가득 차 있다.En: Traditional lanterns lit up the streets of Insa-dong, filled with a festive atmosphere.Ko: 하지만 사람들로 북적여서 지훈은 생각에 잠기기 어려웠다.En: However, the bustling crowd made it difficult for Jihoon to get lost in thought.Ko: 그는 역사 과제의 주제를 찾고 있었고, 영감을 찾기 위해 조용한 곳이 필요했다.En: He was searching for a topic for his history assignment and needed a quiet place to find inspiration.Ko: 은서는 그림의 영감을 찾고 있었고, 민규는 불확실한 미래에 대해 고민하고 있었다.En: Eunseo was seeking inspiration for her painting, and Mingyu was pondering over an uncertain future.Ko: 갑자기 지훈이 말했다, "조금 더 조용한 찻집으로 가자."En: Suddenly, Jihoon said, "Let's go to a quieter teahouse."Ko: 그들은 인사동 끝자락에 있는 작은 전통 찻집을 찾았다.En: They found a small traditional teahouse at the edge of Insa-dong.Ko: 찻집은 나무 장식과 부드러운 조명으로 따뜻하고 안락했다.En: The teahouse, adorned with wooden decorations and soft lighting, felt warm and cozy.Ko: 창문 밖으로 보이는 눈이 더욱 분위기를 더해주었다.En: The snow seen through the window added to the atmosphere.Ko: 세 사람은 따뜻한 차를 마시며 이야기를 나누었다.En: The three sat down to enjoy warm tea and shared stories.Ko: 가족 이야기로 대화가 이어지고, 민규는 뜻밖의 이야기를 들려주었다.En: The conversation turned to family stories, and Mingyu shared an unexpected tale.Ko: "우리 할아버지가 옛날 한국의 전통을 많이 알고 계셨어."En: "My grandfather knew a lot about traditional Korean customs."Ko: 민규의 이야기는 지훈의 마음 깊은 곳에 다가왔다.En: Mingyu's story deeply resonated with Jihoon.Ko: 그는 처음 듣는 가족 전통이었고, 그의 역사 과제에 딱 맞는 영감이었다.En: It was a family tradition he had never heard before, and it was perfect inspiration for his history assignment.Ko: 지훈은 이제 주제에 대한 명확한 방향을 잡았다.En: Jihoon now had a clear direction for his topic.Ko: 은서도 그 이야기 속에서 그림의 주제를 찾았다.En: Eunseo also found a theme for her painting within the story.Ko: 민규도 자신이 좋아하는 이야기를 다시금 탐구해야겠다고 결심했다.En: Mingyu decided he needed to explore the stories he loved once more.Ko: 찻집을 나와 인사동 거리를 다시 걸으면서, 세 사람은 서로 미소를 나눴다.En: As they left the teahouse and walked through Insa-dong street again, the three of them exchanged smiles.Ko: 지훈은 자신의 학문적 여정에 자신감을 얻었다.En: Jihoon gained confidence in his academic journey.Ko: 은서는 새로운 그림에 대한 영감을 찾았다.En: Eunseo found inspiration for her new painting.Ko: 그리고 민규는 새로운 인생의 방향을 발견하고 희망을 가지게 되었다.En: And Mingyu discovered a new direction in life and felt hopeful.Ko: 그렇게 그들은 각자의 길을 찾아나갔다.En: Thus, they each embarked on their own path.Ko: 새로운 시작을 향한 설렘이 가득했다.En: They were full of excitement for a new beginning.Ko: 세 사람은 서로에게 말없이 약속했다. 언제나 서로의 꿈을 지원하리라고.En: The three silently promised each other to always support each other's dreams. Vocabulary Words:rainy: 비 내리는lantern: 등불bustling: 북적여서inspiration: 영감adorned: 장식된cozy: 안락한atmosphere: 분위기pondering: 고민하고 있었다uncertain: 불확실한resonated: 다가왔다unexpected: 뜻밖의customs: 전통academic: 학문적confidence: 자신감embarked: 찾아나갔다excitement: 설렘promised: 약속했다support: 지원하다assignment: 과제festive: 축제quiet: 조용한teahouse: 찻집soft lighting: 부드러운 조명theme: 주제journey: 여정direction: 방향smiles: 미소cherish: 간직하다tradition: 전통hopeful: 희망을 가지다
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Either they're using AI for the English speaker or the person speaking has absolutely no clue how any of the Korean words and names are pronounced. Not to mention the names are pronounced differently each time.
For a site that claims it is based on sociolinguistics, it seems to be missing a human component.
It was really hard to get past Jeyuungbookgoong for 경복궁.

Sounds like AI, and not a good AI

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