Topic Marker, Subject Marker, Object Marker (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) | Korean FAQ

[@jess0219]

Thank you for this! This is the best explanation I've ever heard!! After 2 years of feeling lost when it comes to particles, I finally feel like I have a grasp on them.

[@BatmanYZFr1]

you said "after 2 years"...Thanks Jessig 0219. I've been studying Korean now for 2 and a half years and this still tricks me up. I thought after 2 years and still not sure ,it had to be me. Good to know I'm not alone om this. I know you are doing so many things now Billy but this video is gold. thank you as well.

[@bellakitsu7191]

찌뺳이 =)✌

[@talkitoutwithme]

Same here ㅠㅠ

[@stephentsang9194]

glad I found this after 15mos then. Thanks again Billy 씨

[@Progress234]

Girl, you didn't understand particles for 2 years...I have been learning Korean for 2 months now and couldn't grasp the concept of particles, I thought I was behind..Glad to know it's common

[@Jtke9112]

7:24 "The subject marker marks the subject NOT of a sentence BUT OF THE VERB." This clarification alone helps so much! Thank you!

[@468strings7]

Many students subscribe to the theory of only having a native (born) teacher. I myself have taken numerous classes with Korean teachers; however, because of language or cultural differences, they cannot always answer my questions. This is never a problem with Billy, since he has already traveled the road we are just now starting on, he understands (and sometimes predicts) our questions. And, unlike many other professional KZbinrs, he frequently responds to comments, adding additional insight. 선생님 고맙습니다.

[@Yo-cn3nc]

Yep...That is exactly what I think and feel, actually I just posted in Spanish something like what you said.

[@Amatulkari]

right

[@sheetalkumari8581]

Soooo true....

[@sheetalkumari8581]

Thank u Billy, u r our saviour. Bestest teacher I ever had.

[@mibellanote]

Exactly! Sometimes its better to hear from someone who speaks your native language explain how they learned a concept of another language. There are just ways we say things that explain a concept better. Like this video was so clear compared to videos on this topic explained by a native korean speaker.

[@hollowr0]

aint no way you just explained so easily what made me quit learning for 2 years, it clicked TYSM

[@nextdoorlee]

Being a Korean myself, this is something I have never thought of before. I am sure not many Koreans have unless they are linguists. But, yes, his explanation is quite accurate. This video will be of much help to those who study Korean. 한국사람으로서 이건 내가 한번도 생각해본 적이 없는 문제인데, 생각해보니 꽤 정확한 이야기인 것 같아요. 한국어를 공부하는 사람들에게 이 동영상은 큰 도움이 될 것 같아요.

[@darioj606]

I have struggled with the topic marker for a while, this explanation was the first that actually cleared it up for me. Thank you a lot!

[@kyra33333]

this was the best explanation for English speakers, but now the real question, Will Kyra remember when it comes time to use it? The world may never know

[@enicole1203]

The distinction between 은 and 이/가 as a change in the conversational topic helps a lot. I think the 'as for/when it comes to' phrase will be really helpful in remembering

[@wallie963]

This is honestly THE best video about particles I’ve ever watched. The 이/가 vs 은/는 section was explained beautifully, you really hit the nail out of my head. Thank you, Sir!

[@aKModern]

the expression is "hit the nail on the head" =]

[@Simply_roach]

@@aKModernthat not what they are trying to say, they are trying to say he removed something that really disturbed him/her

[@drjing]

I’m really happy I see this video early in my journey of learning korean. Thanks Billy!!

[@SnackyKorea]

i'm korean but still learn Korean from him a lot. he's a great teacher.

[@garethzbarker]

I'm embarrassed to say how long I've been in Korea and never really got this perfectly. You explained it so easily. Thanks

[@LLLadySSS]

Woah there if you keep giving clear explanations like this all the time I'm gonna start thinking Korean is super easy lololol

[@jaydaphom2314]

IDC what ppl say THIS IS the BEST particle video. I have seen 10 in total particle videos and this is the ONLY one that I fully understand.

[@dawnslibrary]

I had a lot of trouble understanding this topic but this video has helped me a lot! I finally understand now ^^. Thank you Billy!!

[@DavidManvell]

Wow. Dude. This is by far downright the best exclamation of these markers I have ever seen. I wish I had seen this a year or two ago.

[@tlc_13]

I've seen many videos about particles but this is the first one that really made me understand them. Thank you so so much. 감사합니다 !!!

[@mariamorgan4462]

Sammme 💜💜

[@novaninja93]

this was so helpful! I actually asked my korean professor how to differentiate between 이/가 and 은/는 because I seriously couldn't understand it at all but this explanation made it clear thank you

[@sakuzzn]

i’ve been learning korean (seriously) since april of this year, and i’ve been introduced to the idea of 은/는 & 이/가 many times, but it was still a little confusing. this is the first time i’ve completely understood the difference between the two.. your examples & visualization helped so much😭 thank you! 감사합니다! 🫶🏽

[@topstorekorea]

Wow, excellent! As a Korean American who began learning Japanese with an American textbook, I really had a hard time distinguishing between “Wa” and “Ga” which is exactly same as the Korean “Neun,” and “Ga” which is described as a topic marker and subject marker respectively. Only when I learned Japanese with a Korean textbook that I truly understand its meaning and application. Things I realized about learning a foreign language is that when you can “feel” it, it is very easy to understand and memorize. For instance, everyone knows what feels to be “hot, cold, hurt, happy” and so on. But something abstract that require analysis, such as topic marker and subject marker, it will take a long time to understand fully. I applaud the teacher for making this difficult topic much easier to understand.

[@NaveraMukhtar]

Such a brilliant way of explaining the differences between all these markers. Kudos!

[@aileenmacdonald9528]

This is the third video I have watched and I think I’m beginning to get it. The sign as a visual is a real winner. Thank you for that!!!!!!!

[@SkzHwangHyunjinLee]

Teaching is a skill and Billy really has it 💫 Thank you so so much Billy 🥹

[@wisewumman]

OMG, I just found this today and the light went on. I've been going crazy trying to find an explanation of the difference between a topic and a subject and you finally said it clearly. I've written notes in all the books I've been using, just to remind me as I continue to learn. THANK you so much!

[@aasthaj31]

OH MY GOD. You're really good at this. I am learning from korean teachers and still can't understand this. Even though I am in intermediate level, it's still difficult to understand. And it ruins the whole thing if we did these wrong. However, you just explained it very well. Even better than natives I would say.

[@yaribeiro1869]

So cool to have channel's like you to explain this beautiful language 😊( love your videos)

[@Bigfoot494]

I’ve been trying to get my head around these particles for a year, this video has never made it so clear 🎉

[@lisaodionstudio]

I’ve been subscribed for a while and I just have to say I love love love how you explain Korean. I don’t even know why I’m just watching this now. I’m so encouraged to keep learning and Can’t wait to go watch the rest.

[@esmarimostert7668]

I'm so glad I found this, I was starting to get descouraged about learning Korean

[@wolf-bass]

Your explanations are so clear and well thought out… an amazing teacher! 빌리고 선생님은 최고예요!

[@juliebarnum380]

THANK YOU. I'm new to the Korean language and these markers threw me for a loop for a hot second. I watched a few other videos to try to get a better grasp on the topic, but yours is the one that really made me understand how to use the three sets of markers!

[@pixel_cats]

Like many other commenters, I have read and watched countless resources on particles and just ended up so confused my brain hurt haha. You broke them down into simple terms and simple sentences. I finally feel like it's starting to make sense to me. I will definitely be sharing this video if I see anyone else needing help with them. Thank you so much for your videos!!

[@GabyC82]

In 12 minutes I understood what I couldn't in one year. Thank you so much for the explanation.

[@joslynwhiteman8802]

You've just explained this so well. I've been struggling with this for so long! By far the best explanation on this!!!

[@gregmark1688]

This is far and away the very best explanation of the topic & subject marking particles thatI have ever seen. EVERY teacher should be using that analogy of having a sign over your head. Brilliant.

[@AJMuma]

I've watched a lot of different videos on these markers over the last few days, all by native Korean speakers. Your explanation just made it all so much clearer. Great video!

[@stanajaemin]

thank you for this. i get the concept now. i been learning korean for 7 months and this by far was the most helpful thing that helped me understand

[@vee1444]

This is the best explanation I've seen so far. I was struggling to understand. Now I going to go back on sentences I didn't understand to apply this to.

[@jacksonm4247]

This is the only video that I found that easily described particles. It took me so long to get it. Billy… I love you sm, ty 😭

[@GoBillyKorean]

I recommend watching this one next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emPQcp6glM5pmdk

[@jacksonm4247]

@@GoBillyKorean You’re the man Billy, you’re the man

[@Demiurge_13]

This video was actually very helpful. I've been struggling with topic markers and subject markers. Thank you so much for taking your time for creating this video. 감사합니다

[@beetothetee]

I was pulling my hair out trying to understand the differences between the topic and subject-marking particles- this is literally the first time I’ve actually understood!!!!! Thank you!!!

[@llacc]

Wow it really does take practice. This is one of the few videos of teachers that explains 은 는 이 가 well. Thank You so much, now I'm getting the hang of 은 는 이 가.

[@seanmacginnis8281]

Thank you so much Billy! I was stuck on this for 2 hours, and your 12 minutes video completely explained it and simplified it. I can't describe how much I appreciate you rn 🤲

[@harshashetty_5646]

i am so in love with this man (in a very respectful manner) i was so stuck with thiss, he made it so easy ... i love his books and yt videos,,,, really reallly helpsss thankyou so much...

[@Qaareeen]

cleared up alot of confusions and the piano background surely was a bonus!!

[@emceezenith5952]

I love that concept about picturing an imaginary sign when it comes to Topic marking particles. Now i use it whenever I have trouble figuring out a sentence, it has been so helpful!

[@allyc8694]

Wow I finally understand!! Was struggling for a long time about the differences between subject and topic markers

[@nicestnice]

So far the best explanation I've watched here on YT.

[@kokobop6983]

I'm so happy that I was finally able to understand this! I feel like Billy's lessons are so detailed and that's awesome. Thanks for your hard work! 화이팅!

[@kathysdesires6962]

The way you explain it is so easy I get so much more now thanks billy 🤗

[@Arwendall]

Oh MY GOSH! Few weeks ago you helped me with pronunciation of 'ㄹ', my tongue literally didn't want to cooperate and now with 은/는 and 이/가. 100% efficiency

[@shiftzy7528]

This is the video that got me to subscribe. I was struggling alot with these, but this is a reallllly useful and easy explanation. You are so good it putting these into examples, I genuinely dont think it could be put any better. 10/10

[@soolbist]

You answered a question that I was deeply struggling with for a period of time ... thank you so much 😭🌸

[@violinadas4337]

BILLY, you are simply the best teacher I have ever come across.

[@johnlee5405]

Finally a video that gives a simple, good, fast and straight forward explanation. Great summary for those that have learnt it.

[@kimmyrae]

OMG at last I understood now the difference of 은/는 & 이/가! Thank you so much, 선생님! 🙏

[@alexis_analysis]

Best explanation of 이가은는 I have come across. Seems like it is better for a foreigner to explain to a foreigner.

[@ayiessitv]

You explained it better than anyone else. Thank youuuu!!!!

[@dhawkins5445]

This was the best explanation of the differences between Topic & Subject marking particles I have come across. Thank you!

[@amenzeeobazee8195]

Genius ✌✌👍👍 I have being trying to understand how to use these subject marks and objects marks for a lot of months and you let me to understand the differences in 12 min. You are a good teacher compliments ✌

[@graceannneri6216]

Billy stands for being emphatic teacher especially to those non-native Korean speakers. I now understand the role of these markers after very long time. OMO! Thank you so much!!!! 😊😊😊

[@JayAguilarVlogs]

I just learned something today thanks 선생님 . It's so easy to learn from your videos. I'M HOOKED.

[@happy887]

I am currently doing my challenges in learning Korean and I don't really know when will I use 은/는, 이/가, 을/를. I watched lots of videos but none of them teach when or how you will use them. Thanks to this man and he enlighten me! I JUST SUSBCRIBED AND LIKE THE VIDEO! I'LL WATCH MORE OF YOUR VIDEOS. Thanks again!~

[@janicep6835]

I’ve watched so many videos and finally I understand this complicated topic. Thanks!

[@scottferrigno2854]

This video is game changing. Such a wonderfully thorough explanation on the differences between the topic marker and the subject marker. Thank you so much!

[@everykoala2302]

after watching two of your videos, I now rely on you for all my korean questions! Your explanations are so easy to understand!

[@maggichakarova4270]

This is the most clear video on this topic. It actually helps me so much rn. I've been struggling with those since i started 2 months ago.

[@Tazylou]

I watched several video about this topic, and I was confuse with all of it. But your video is my favorite. I understand more now. Thank you.

[@yr8857]

ive came here after your vague explanation of the subject marker(of the beginner Korean course) because I was having so many questions about it and was not understanding the use of it at all. after this lesson tho, I got a vague understanding about it and at least have it somehow cleared up in my head. Thank you ,billy, you re the best!

[@GoBillyKorean]

It's vague because these markers don't exist in English. Understanding them requires learning how to "feel" them, and that takes a lot of practice. If you have a vague understanding now, that's fine - you'll eventually *get* it, but it will take time.

[@yr8857]

@@GoBillyKorean I also ordered your lvl1 workbook!! It's on the way ♡ Tysm for replying too!

[@ronb.8920]

I have had a hard time wrapping my head around markers. This is the best explanation I've come across.👍👍👍💯

[@macomsharanya7086]

I saw a lot of videos to understand this topic but none of them were Helpful but now I understood everything about particles. Thanks Billy!! ^^

[@Molly-nd7xc]

Wow, the 'sign above your head' analogy is so simple but completely changed my way of thinking. It really clarified 은/는 and 이/가 in a different way for me, i feel like when I practise now ill be able to feel the nuance more

[@melty2]

Thank you. I’ve watched soooo many videos on 은/는 vs 아가 and I was dejected. Wanted to give up. But listening to your explanation, I had my ah-ha moment. Truly, thank you!💖

[@GoBillyKorean]

Since you've watched this one, here's just one more that will really help you even further: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emPQcp6glM5pmdk

[@melty2]

Yay! Thanks again.👍

[@melty2]

@@GoBillyKorean Yay! Thanks again 👍

[@kamansvlog1622]

Just found this channel and love it! The pace is nice and the explanations are so clear to me.

[@jlw10043]

Billy, as always, is a life saver. I am so thankful for his classes and books. Patreon supporter forever.

[@dhurgahzbtsyayrajah-wilson2480]

WOW!!! THIS IS THE BEST EXPLANATION EVER! I WATCHED AND READ MANY EXPLANATIONS BUT I DIDNT UNDERSTAND IT AS WELL AS THIS.

[@LeeEnseo]

I'm just so in love with your way of teaching Thank you so much

[@missingpearls]

I’ve been studying korean for 3 years now and I always had so much trouble trying to understand these particles. The way you explained when and how to use and differentiate them is the best

[@sophia_dorothy]

I have watched many videos about this one, and this is so far the best and the ONLY video that made me understand about the topic. Thank you, Billy!

[@estefaniaestrada5199]

YOU HAVE NO IDEA OF HOW THANKFUL I AM FOR THIS VIDEO 😭🙏 FINALLY I UNDERSTOOD

[@ItsAriaFord]

This completely cleared up the confusion I was having!! I’ve watched so many videos like this before and this was the one that finally clicked!! Thank you so much :))

[@sonnyboy1]

i had been struggling with particles and 😭😭 thx to this video i understand them

[@Cinnaxkuromi]

Omgggg tysmmmmmmm i been crying that i dont understand but u explained clearly 🎀✨

[@Mun_Nana]

Omg! Thanks a lot! I finally understand it much better than before! This is the best explanation I've seen so far! 감사합니다! It really helps a lot! I learn Korean for ... six months now - with a Teacher - and this stuff was and is confusing. Thanks a lot!

[@machsuon]

I have watched many of these kinds of video but I would say this one is the best once. Thank you so much.

[@tan_the_man]

This strangely makes a lot of sense and no sense at all.😂 I think I'm slowly starting to understand particles a little better which is both exciting and a little scary. Thank you so much for this!❤️ The topic marker example made so much sense!

[@LexaBerlin]

Thank you, the picture with the topic sign helped a lot.

[@rachelhankoreanteacher1628]

한국어 공부를 정말 열심히 하고 계시네요!!! 화이팅! 응원해요!!! You are studying Korean very hard!!! Fighting! I'm rooting for you!!!How long have you been learning Korean?😀

[@LexaBerlin]

@@rachelhankoreanteacher1628 2 years next January

[@agk1511990]

Wow. What a teacher: hands down the best explanation on KZbin. I got it now 😊

[@만렙-e9k]

this is literally the best explanation ever thank you so so so much

[@venusoso]

Thank youuuuuuu!!! I couldn't find a better explanation than this one, now I understand the mistakes in my Korean homework. Maybe if I had watched this video two weeks ago, I would never have understood these topics. Thanks!!

[@JustaMomentinTime]

This is the clearest explanation I've come across and it's finally making sense now 😭 Thank you 💕

[@oorjamehrotra5769]

선생님 정말 감사드립니다! The confusion is clear now😃🌸

[@rebekahdunn6001]

Wow. What an amazing explanation, I'm just starting and hadn't found anything this clear before! ~감사합니다! 저는 지금 다른 빌리이의 비디오들을 봐야 돼요!!

[@o.o4725]

정확한 문장이네요:)

[@SassiC00l]

I just wanna say: THANK YOU BILLY!!! Your Videos are really helpful for learning Korean. 감사합니다 !

[@realDeor]

I found that just writing a sentence in English, then putting a particle underneath the English word really helped me to understand. Weird technique, but it kinda worked.

[@joybillonid3464]

I'm amazed how Billy easily explained this particles! Glad I saw this!

[@businessonpoint]

Thanks so much for this info! It's super helpful and much easier to understand than explanation I've seen elsewhere.

[@jyotibaleviya595]

I learned hunguls from your channel and I started reading Korean very easily...and this video is also very well explained...Thank you so much

[@hiya1399]

This is the best video explanation I have found that I actually understand. Thank you so much!

[@nanakoshinomiya7947]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I've been struggling a lot with that, but I finally understood the difference between those two!!

[@tasyaarmani5317]

this is by far the best explanation i've come across.. thank you!!!