1. Introduction to the text
This reading lesson introduces the story of a 26-year-old courier who has saved 300 million won (around $230,000) from his courier job. The article highlights his exceptional speed and efficiency in delivering packages, as well as his dedication to his work.
2. Vocabulary
| Korean Word | Romanization | English Meaning | Contextual Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 택배기사 | taekbae gisa | courier, delivery person | The 26-year-old courier has saved 300 million won. |
| 굿모닝 대한민국 | Gutmoning Daehanminguk | Good Morning Korea (a TV show) | The courier was featured on the TV show “Good Morning Korea”. |
| 손놀림 | sonnollim | quickness of hands, dexterity | His quick hand movements are his secret weapon. |
| 엘리베이터 | ellibeiteo | elevator | He tries to use the stairs to avoid inconveniencing residents waiting for the elevator. |
| 계단 | gyedan | stairs | He uses the stairs instead of the elevator to avoid inconveniencing residents. |
| 배송 | baesong | delivery, shipping | He can deliver 600-700 packages per day. |
| 인증 | injeung | authentication, verification | The delivery process, including authentication, takes him only 3 seconds. |
| 사진 촬영 | sajin chwallyeong | taking a photograph | The delivery process, including taking a photograph, takes him only 3 seconds. |
| 무기 | muggi | weapon, secret weapon | His quick hand movements are his secret weapon. |
| 피해 | pihae | harm, damage | He tries to use the stairs to avoid inconveniencing residents waiting for the elevator. |
3. The main text in both Korean and English
정상빈 씨는 26살에 3억원을 모았다. KBS ‘굿모닝 대한민국’에 출연한 그는 택배기사로 일하면서 이런 성과를 달성했다.
Mr. Jeong Sang-bin, at the age of 26, has saved 300 million won. He appeared on the KBS show “Good Morning Korea” and has achieved this feat while working as a courier.
정씨는 하루에 600~700개 정도의 택배를 배송한다. 배송, 인증, 사진 촬영 등의 과정이 고작 3초밖에 걸리지 않을 정도로 빠른 손놀림이 그의 무기다.
Mr. Jeong delivers around 600-700 packages per day. His quick hand movements, which allow him to complete the delivery, authentication, and photography process in just 3 seconds, are his secret weapon.
정씨는 엘리베이터를 기다리는 주민들에게 피해를 주지 않으려 최대한 계단을 이용한다. 하루 걷는 거리가 약 30km, 5만보에 달한다고 한다.
Mr. Jeong tries to use the stairs as much as possible to avoid inconveniencing residents waiting for the elevator. He reportedly walks around 30 km, or 50,000 steps, per day.
정씨는 이렇게 지금까지 3억원을 모았다고 한다. 그는 계속해서 열심히 일하며 더 많은 돈을 모으는 것이 목표라고 밝혔다.
Mr. Jeong has reportedly saved 300 million won so far. He stated that his goal is to continue working hard and save even more money.
정씨는 KBS ‘굿모닝 대한민국’에 ‘택배잡스타’로 출연했다. 그의 빠른 손놀림과 열정적인 태도가 시청자들의 관심을 끌었다.
Mr. Jeong appeared on the KBS show “Good Morning Korea” as a “delivery superstar.” His quick hand movements and passionate attitude caught the attention of viewers.
정씨는 앞으로도 계속해서 열심히 일할 계획이다. 그의 성공 사례는 많은 사람들에게 동기부여가 되고 있다.
Mr. Jeong plans to continue working hard in the future. His success story has been inspiring for many people.
4. Reading comprehension questions
- How old is Mr. Jeong, and how much money has he saved?
- What is Mr. Jeong’s job, and how many packages does he deliver per day?
- What is Mr. Jeong’s secret weapon, and how does he avoid inconveniencing residents?
- How far does Mr. Jeong walk per day?
- Why was Mr. Jeong featured on the TV show “Good Morning Korea”?
5. Cultural and historical notes
The story of Mr. Jeong’s success as a young courier is remarkable in the context of the Korean labor market, where many young people struggle to find stable and well-paying jobs. His ability to save a significant amount of money through hard work and efficiency has made him a role model for others, inspiring them to pursue their own dreams and financial goals.