40+ Konglish Words You’re Probably Misusing (And Exactly What to Say Instead)

Pixel art of a café sign with Konglish word “Service: Free Cookie” confusing foreigners, corrected to “Complimentary Cookie. 40+ Konglish Words to Avoid in 2025 (What Natives Actually Say)

40+ Konglish Words You’re Probably Misusing (And Exactly What to Say Instead) Konglish Words: Why They Matter in Real Conversations Misunderstandings rarely explode in dramatic ways. They arrive as small winces, quiet pauses, or a confused eyebrow. That tiny hesitation can cost momentum in a meeting, warmth in a friendship, or clarity at the airport … Read more