Common Phrases and Expressions in Jejueo

Jejueo is the native language of Jeju Island in South Korea and the language is full of…

Global Education City in Jeju: A Hub of International Learning

Arae-a (아래아): A Unique Vowel in Korean Language and Jeju Language

Jejueo, the language spoken by the Jeju Islanders, has preserved many features that have long been lost in contemporary Standard Korean. Among the peculiarities of Jejueo, it is possible to identify the use of the…

Distinction Between Dialects and Languages: The Case of South Korea’s Jeju Language and Gyeongsang Dialect

The Urbanization of Jeju Island

Jeju is the largest island in Korea and has become urbanized only in the last few decades, though it was…

Jejueo: The Endangered Language of Jeju Island

Jejueo, the language spoken by the Jeju people on the island of Jeju, South…

The Role of Jejueo in Daily Communication on Jeju Island

Jejueo is not only a language but is a part of the Jeju culture and identity of the island. Thus, the use of Jejueo in everyday conversation has decreased in recent years, mainly because of Standard Korean’s dominance. However…

One of the Worst Tragedies in South Korea: The 4.3 Incident in Jeju

A Vital Linguistic Resource for Jeju Language

Jejueo, the language of Jeju Island, South Korea, has been at the center of…

Symbols that Represent Jeju Island

Jeju Island is the largest island in South Korea and is culturally and geographically important. It…