Engrish - 4!

You might be wondering, how much Engrish could there possibly be out there? I am here to tell you, a lot!

Does this sign seriously say Sandrich? Yes, yes it does. Way to enforce stereotypes Korea.

My favorite part of this sign is in the bottom right corner where they felt the need to emphasize... "Just a bar"

If only there was actually Cheese in this bar, I might actually go there.

I had to blow this one up, but in case you can't read it: " A doctor's daughter gets slinky with her catskills resort dance instructor in the hot summer of '63 (1987). *" It was only funnier when Mike asked "What movie is that from?" Really Mike???? lol. No movie ever said that, I promise.

*Edit* I have since learned that this is a Dirty Dancing synopsis (not a quote though). So I apologize to Mike and to this poor girl for my assumption of Engrish.

So sweet!!

Berry Yam Story, just another instance of me having no idea what this sign is for. Based on the large coffee cup to the right I would bet on Coffee Shop, but the airplane to the left greatly confuses the matter.

Till next time!!

Engrish - Number 3!

My latest collection of awesome Engrish!

Ok, this isn't Engrish, it's just funny. Wheelchair racing? Yes please!

I didn't want to unfold it, that's just rude. So it actually says "A moment of a black magic".... If they had ever seen Super Troupers, they'd know it was Brown Magic. ;)

It is?!? I'll have to visit next time I'm in the states!

Once again, subliminal messaging. Awesome Pub indeed! (Thanks for looking awesome in this pic Doug and Roy!)

Shannon thinks I'm reading too much into this one... Really? Do you think I am? :D This would have only been better if it had been on the head of some poor unsuspecting Korean.

I would like to reiterate that I'm sure Americans' use of Japanese Characters in T-shirts, decorations, etc, are just as bad as these. And that the Koreans actually use a lot of English correctly in their signs, T-shirts, etc. But those aren't funny, so they don't go on here. ;)

Engrish - Part deux

I know you all are very excited.... The next installment of Engrish!

So racist!! (And no, I have no idea what this sign is for)

The pig was sweaty (it didn't use antiperspirant, like most Koreans)

I think they're tying to quote things... or say sayings and because they're not quite right they just run all together into jibberish

Not really Engrish... but we think it's "nice" too. Nice....

Hahahaha!! Best "subliminal" message ever.

This is the cutting board that came with the apartment, I know it's hard to see, so here's what is says, unedited. "And Rose, It's simple and stylish design, so get to fit various place."

Prime example of English used to decorate without too much pre-thought.

Now, some awesomeness to end on. I'm bringing the love of kitties to Korea!

That's a little girl hiding outside my window trying to meet Bella! lol.

"I speak 12 languages. English is the bestest."- Stefan Bergan

I've been working on my Resume for teaching English in Korea... and only succeeding marginally. Not only do I hate making resumes (I always forget something and I'm really bad at b*ll-sh*t, unlike Jamaal... Jamaal, wanna make my resume for me?). It doesn't help that I'm used to making resumes highlighting my project skills and engineering type experiences. Here's what I've got thus far:

Note the shortness. I feel like it should be longer. My resume since graduating high-school has been longer. Maybe I should mention how much I love to read, or somehow insert how much of a good deal I am. (Hello, I'm already here and I already have a visa, and I already have an apartment! I just want a job nearby, during the day.) I thought about referencing this site, but then I remembered how truly unprofessional this site is. >.> (*cough* Engrish post *cough*)

Speaking of unprofessional, (does professionalism matter so much in applying for a job like this? It's not engineering or a corporate position after all) listing my Husband's cell as a way of contact... but you know, there's only so many ways to get a-hold of me in Korea.

This resume would probably be going to American/Canadian recruiting agencies, so other then the address (so they can locate our apartment more easily), everything should be in what an american would understand.

In summary, help! Any ideas you might have to enhance the resume or to emphasize skills that might be applicable to teaching English, would be more then welcome! Also if any expats are reading this, any suggestions on Recruiting Agencies, or tips and tricks you might know, would be awesome!

To end on.... could you eat this soup? I couldn't. (And didn't.)

In case you're wondering.... that's Hair Algae soup. I did try it, it tasted good. I just couldn't get over the fuzzy texture in my mouth!! Ewwwww!

Update:

I modified the resume a little, to explain what ERP was and to emphasize that Passport is a computer program, not a travel document. ;) 

Then, I sent an e-mail to a particular posting from Dave's ESL Cafe for an elementary school position close to our apartment. This was my cover letter:

Hello,
I am responding to your post regarding an English Teaching position near Gijang-gun...   http://www.eslcafe.com/jobs/korea/index.cgi?read=46536 

I currently live with my husband, who is working for KHNP, in                        near               . I have an F3 visa and my ARC, so I don't know what, if any, of the documentation you still need. 

I have my original diploma with me, but it has not been notarized. I have my Bachelor of Science(BS) in Engineering Management from the University of Missouri-Rolla (otherwise known as Missouri University of Science and Technology).

I am very interested in this position because it is nearby, the hours are daytime, and teaching elementary students is my preference. 

Attached is a picture of myself and my resume. I have never taught English before, but I'm looking forward to the experience. In my previous positions, I tutored adults in a computer program called Passport, I found that to be a very rewarding part of my job. I feel that this was a good experience for a future teaching English in Korea. 

I look forward to hearing back from you soon. 

Thank you,
Kim Conner

Not bad, right? I feel like my cover letter is much better then my resume. Too bad recruiting agency's don't have space for cover letters..... This will only work when I apply to individual positions. ;)

Engrish - Part 1

The Koreans really like English. They put it on things purely for decoration. Similar to people in the US getting Tattoos with Japanese characters.

I really want everyone to think about that as you read this post. What does your favorite Japanese Character decoration really say? Are you sure it's what you think it is?

These were all from this weekend. Kyle S. pointed out the Mother's Finger cookies that I posted on Facebook (I didn't even notice that one, haha!)

From Lotteria (Korean McDonalds, except healthier).
It's hard to read, so here's what it says: "We made happiness for your wonderful life... have fun with lotteria"
At least it makes sense!

This is from our night out at Gwangalli... and no we didn't go in this club to see what it was like.

???? I think this was supposed to be a poem for a cafe. How many syllables is a Haiku supposed to have?

If you like cutting boards, you'll have very Happy Wood. Shannon spotted this one from a mile away. lol.

This book is supposed to teach English?? Not off to a good start, unless there's a language called Ehglish that I don't know about? And right next to it.... What's the difference? Except that on one, they spelled English correctly.

I had to take a picture of the hat first so you would know the context. This is at a flea market.

I think this says "American: Skateboarding is about enjoying yourself lance (maybe Lance, like a name?).
Mountaim enjoying and ind air at bolvin-out north toiego county kidney 2002"

Maybe they're talking about Sidney? If so, that's Australian. And what does skateboarding have to do with Mountains? Anyone ever heard of bolvin or toiego county?



I hope you enjoy these as much as I do. In Korea's defense, most of their English use, while stilted, makes sense in context and is very very helpful. There's just enough of these around to be amusing.

I thought about having an Engrish post every day, but I can't guarantee them, so I'll just post them in parts as I get them. :D