Learning the Korean language, culture and translation

Learning a new language obviously gives us the ability to speak and understand that language. Apart from that, it provides access to the culture and heritage of that language and that particular language speaking nation. Korea is a culturally advanced nation, and introducing Korean literature abroad can make the world aware of the uniqueness of Korea. English to Korean translations of Korean literatures can promote Korea overseas too.

ENGLISH KOREAN TRANSLATION WEBSITES

There are many websites available for us to learn the Korean language. By accessing these sites, we can learn the language on our own. A few reliable sites for this purpose of English Korean Translations are:

http://www.alottranslation.com/app/translator/ http://webtranslation.paralink.com/English-Korean-Translation/ http://translation.babylon.com/english/to-korean/ ONLINE

DICTIONARIES TO ASSIST WITH ENGLISH TO KOREAN TRANSLATION

Online dictionaries are also reliable tools for learning the Korean language. Words and sentences can be translated to your own mother tongue to understand the meaning. These sites are also helpful in learning new words and sentences in Korean. We can rely on websites like http://www.thefreedictionary.com

LITERATURE TRANSLATION INSTITUTE OF KOREA

Literature Translation Institute of Korea was founded by the Korean government with the aim of promoting Korean literature and culture overseas in order to contribute to the global culture.

Its mission is to establish itself as a pivotal translation institute, with the aim of establishing an image of Korea as a culturally advanced nation, and introducing Korean literature abroad. [Details available at the website http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Literature_Translation_Institute_of_Korea]

JOB OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENGLISH KOREAN INTERPRETERS & TRANSLATORS

The skills of professional interpreters and translators are in demand by businesses, government, and the legal profession. An interpreter must have passed rigorous certification exams. There is a one year program that combines the knowledge acquisition and skill building necessary to become a professional interpreter. The skills gained are appropriate for legal applications used in the country, business and government as well. One of the Institute website for the certification program is https://www.uclaextension.edu/pages/ProgramDetails.aspx. ESTIMATED COST Candidacy Fee:$125.00 Estimated Program Tuition:$4,500.00 Estimated Total Cost:$4,625.00

By learning Korean language, we have the opportunity to know the rich cultures and values of the nation and there are splendid opportunities to work as an English to Korean Translator or an Interpreter in many fields. Many of their literary works and books are also translated to English now to encourage non Korean speakers to understand and appreciate their developments, rich cultural heritage and values.