성탄절 (Seongtanjeol)
Christmas, an official public holiday celebrated as a religious observance and a festive romantic and family occasion with winter lights.
Christmas, or 성탄절 (Seongtanjeol) in Korean, is celebrated on December 25th and is a public holiday in South Korea. While it is not a traditional Korean holiday, it has gained significant popularity due to Western influence and is widely celebrated. Many Koreans attend church services, especially those who are Christian, as South Korea has a substantial Christian population. The day is marked by a mix of religious observance and secular festivities, with a strong emphasis on family and romantic relationships.
On Christmas Eve, young couples often go on dates, visiting Christmas-themed cafes and restaurants, or enjoying the festive illuminations in major cities like Seoul, Busan, and Daegu. These cities are famous for their elaborate Christmas lights and decorations, which create a magical atmosphere. Families typically gather on Christmas Day to exchange gifts, enjoy a special meal together, and sometimes attend church services. Popular Christmas foods in Korea include roasted chicken, pizza, and spaghetti, which have become traditional dishes for the occasion.
The pack has 36 words spread across these domains.
Same words in both. Beginner gets more help: matching and completing. Advanced listens and spells it out unaided. Pick it in practice; it locks when you take the scored run.
Practise as often as you like, all year. The scored run happens once, while the competition is open, and cannot be retaken.