Learn Korean with K-drama “Love Scout”

In this post, we will learn Korean through the recently popular Korean drama ‘Love Scout‘ (My Perfect Secretary). I introduced this drama in both Korean and English in my YouTube video, and that content is available in this blog post. I hope this will be helpful for your Korean language learning.

Script

안녕하세요, 한국어 학습자 여러분! 오늘은 한국 드라마 “나의 완벽한 비서”에 대해 알아볼게요.

Hello, Korean language learners! Today, we’re going to learn about a  Korean drama called “Love Scout.”

“나의 완벽한 비서”는 재미있는 로맨틱 코미디예요. 이 드라마는 직장 생활과 사랑 이야기를 함께 보여줍니다.

“Love Scout” is an exciting romantic comedy. This drama combines a workplace story with a love story.

이 드라마에는 두 명의 중요한 인물이 있어요. 첫 번째 인물은 강지윤이에요. 강지윤은 헤드헌팅 회사의 CEO예요. 일은 잘하지만 다른 건 잘 못해요. 두 번째 인물은  유은호예요. 유은호는 지윤의 비서예요. 일도 잘하고 살림도 잘해요. 그리고 혼자 아이를 키우는 아빠예요.

There are two important characters in this drama. The first is Kang Ji-yoon. Kang Ji-yoon is the CEO of a headhunting company. She’s great at work but struggles with other things. The second is Yoo Eun-ho. Yoo Eun-ho is Ji-yoon’s secretary. He’s good at both work and housekeeping. He’s also a single father.

지윤은 회사에서는 완벽하지만, 일상 생활에서는 실수를 많이 해요. 은호는 지윤의 일과 일상 생활을 도와줘요. 두 사람은 서로 배우면서 가까워져요.

Ji-yoon is perfect at work, but she makes many mistakes in her daily life. Eun-ho helps Ji-yoon with both her work and daily life. As they learn from each other, they grow closer.

이 드라마는 아름다운 장소에서 촬영했어요. 첫 번째 장소는 수종사예요. 수종사는 드라마의 첫 장면을 찍은 곳이에요. 경기도 남양주시에 있는 산 위에있는 절이에요. 두 번째 장소는 서울랜드예요. 서울랜드는 지윤이 아빠와 시간을 보내는 놀이공원이에요. 과천에 있어요.

This drama was filmed in beautiful locations. The first place is Sujongsa Temple. Sujongsa is where the first scene of the drama was shot. It’s a mountain temple in Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province. The second place is Seoul Land. Seoul Land is the amusement park where Ji-yoon spends time with her father. It’s located in Gwacheon.

이 장소들은 한국의 아름다움을 보여주고 드라마를 더 재미있게 만들어요. “나의 완벽한 비서”를 보면서 한국어도 배우고 한국의 아름다운 모습도 감상해 보세요!

These locations showcase Korea’s beauty and make the drama more interesting. While watching “Love Scout,” you can learn Korean and enjoy the beautiful sights of Korea!

자, 이제 오늘 배운 내용을 복습해 볼까요? 간단한 퀴즈를 준비했어요.

Now, let’s review what we learned today. I’ve prepared a simple quiz for you.

[퀴즈 ]

1. “나의 완벽한 비서”의 영어 제목은 무엇인가요?
   What is the English title of “나의 완벽한 비서?
2. 강지윤의 직업은 무엇인가요?
   What is Kang Ji-yoon’s job?
3. 유은호는 어떤 특별한 상황의 아빠인가요?
   What special situation is Yoo Eun-ho in as a father?
4. 드라마의 첫 장면을 촬영한 절의 이름은 무엇인가요?
   What is the name of the temple where the first scene of the drama was filmed?
5. 지윤이 아빠와 시간을 보내는 놀이공원의 이름은 무엇인가요?
   What is the name of the amusement park where Ji-yoon spends time with her father?

퀴즈는 어땠나요? 어렵지 않았죠? 퀴즈 정답을 댓글에 적어주세요! 오늘 영상이 재미있었기를 바랍니다. 한국어 공부 열심히 하세요!

How was the quiz? Not too difficult, right? Please write your quiz answers in the comments! I hope you enjoyed today’s video. Keep studying Korean hard!

Key Expressions from “Love Scout” Story

1. 한국어 학습자 (hangugeo hakseunja) – Korean language learner
2. 드라마 (deurama) – Drama
3. 나의 완벽한 비서 (naui wanbyeokhan biseo) – My Perfect Secretary
4. 재미있는 (jaemiinneun) – Interesting, fun
5. 로맨틱 코미디 (romaentik komidi) – Romantic comedy
6. 직장 생활 (jikjang saenghwal) – Workplace life
7. 사랑 이야기 (sarang iyagi) – Love story
8. 중요한 인물 (jungyohan inmul) – Important character
9. 헤드헌팅 회사 (hedeoheonting hoesa) – Headhunting company
10. CEO (Chief Executive Officer) – CEO
11. 비서 (biseo) – Secretary
12. 살림 (sallim) – Housekeeping
13. 혼자 아이를 키우는 아빠 (honja aireul kiuneun appa) – Single father
14. 완벽하다 (wanbyeokhada) – To be perfect
15. 실수 (silsu) – Mistake
16. 일상 생활 (ilsang saenghwal) – Daily life
17. 서로 배우다 (seoro baeuda) – To learn from each other
18. 가까워지다 (gakkaweojida) – To grow closer
19. 촬영하다 (chwaryeonghada) – To film
20. 장소 (jangso) – Place, location
21. 수종사 (Sujongsa) – Sujongsa Temple
22. 절 (jeol) – Temple
23. 서울랜드 (Seoullaendeu) – Seoul Land
24. 놀이공원 (nori gongwon) – Amusement park
25. 아름다움 (areumdaum) – Beauty
26. 감상하다 (gamsanghada) – To appreciate, enjoy
27. 복습하다 (bokseupada) – To review
28. 퀴즈 (kuijeu) – Quiz
29. 댓글 (daetgeul) – Commen
30. 열심히 하다 (yeolsimhi hada) – To work hard

Decoding the Title: “나의 완벽한 비서” and Why It’s “Love Scout” in English

The Korean drama title “나의 완벽한 비서” (Na-ui Wan-byeok-han Bi-seo) directly translates to “My Perfect Secretary.” This title clearly indicates the central setting of the drama.

• “나의” (Na-ui) means “my,” representing the perspective of the main character, Kang Ji-yoon.
• “완벽한” (Wan-byeok-han) means “perfect,” describing the exceptional abilities of the secretary, Yoo Eun-ho.
• “비서” (Bi-seo) means “secretary,” referring to Eun-ho’s profession.

However, the English title of this drama is “Love Scout.” While not a direct translation, it cleverly captures the core themes of the show.

The word “Scout” generally means “to explore” or “to discover.” In the context of this drama, which is set in a headhunting company, “Scout” refers to the process of discovering talented individuals. At the same time, “Love Scout” hints at the process of the main characters discovering love with each other.

This title combines two major elements of the drama:

1. The Workplace Setting (a headhunting company)
2. The Romance Element (the love story of the main characters)

The title “Love Scout” instantly informs viewers that this is a romantic comedy while also intriguing them with a hint of the drama’s unique setting.

“Love Scout” : Cast and Filming Locations