Sohee K.
NativePreply · South Korea
Speak Korean Naturally with a Tutor Who Grows with You!
- Native
- 3 yrs · 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Japanese +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Page language: English
2,734 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Korean speakers teaching online
1,816 of the 2,734 Korean tutors we track are native speakers. They charge a median of $19 per hour, compared with $23 for non-native tutors. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $23 for non-native tutors.
$19/h
Median / hour
$13–$29
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
1,816
on 12 platforms
Compare Korean tutors
1,816 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Hyongran S.
NativePreply · South Korea
I'm a Korean tutor who has climbed the Himalayas and traveled to over 20 countries!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Bongjoo L.
NativePreply · South Korea
I will lead the class in a fun way based on my experience teaching Korean to various friends through a working holiday program as a childcare teacher.
- Native
- 1 yrs · 24 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Kids
$11/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.50
Hyuntae A.
NativePreply · South Korea
Real-life tutoring recognized by global friends!
- Native
- 5 yrs · 29 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$13/h
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호현 김.
NativePreply · South Korea
Personalized Korean lessons through culture, stories, and real conversation
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Melanie L.
NativePreply · South Korea
Stop Studying. Start Speaking Korean with Confidence!
- Native
- 6 yrs · 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$24/h
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Haena Y.
NativePreply · South Korea
🇰🇷 Understand Korean but Can’t Speak Naturally? | Speak with Confidence | 9+ Years Teaching
- Native
- 9 yrs · 47 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Munjeong C.
NativePreply · South Korea
Fashion Marketer Tutor! From Celebrity Behind-the-Scenes Stories to Real, Living Korean 💫
- Native
- 30 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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Yujin K.
NativePreply · South Korea
Certified Korean Language Teacher | Clear, Structured & Supportive Lessons
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$28/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $12
Sunjoo L.
NativePreply · South Korea
The more you speak, the more confident you become! I’m a friendly tutor who can support your Korean learning in Korean, English, and Turkish 😊
- Native
- 1 yrs · 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Hyundo M.
NativePreply · South Korea
Beginners are welcome! Learn Korean in a fun way with a native speaker! | 1 year as a Seoul guide · 2 years as a Korean instructor
- Native
- 2 yrs · 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$19/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Jiyoung C.
NativePreply · South Korea
🌏 I crossed the language wall myself 🏫 14 years as a teacher 🗣️ Speaking and pronunciation 📝 TOPIK all levels 🥬 I make my own kimchi
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Sunyoung A.
NativePreply · South Korea
🎯 Recommended for: Warm & Patient Korean Tutor | Conversation & Culture Learn Real Korean with an Experienced Native Tutor
- Native
- 20 yrs · 31 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$14/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Kyungje O.
NativePreply · South Korea
Welcome Japanese Students! From Korean Beginners to Business Level.
- Native
- 5 yrs · 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Japanese
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Business
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.50
Yeongjeong P.
NativePreply · South Korea
Learn Korean with a Multilingual Traveler Who Understands Your Journey!
- Native
- 48 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$8.40/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.50
Seulgi J.
NativePreply · South Korea
Perfectly Customized for Everyone from Toddlers to Adults! 1:1 Korean Lessons with a Certified Early Childhood Education Expert
- Native
- 1 yrs · 43 lessons
- Professional teacher
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Kids
$8.40/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.50
Hye Rin P.
NativePreply · South Korea
Korean for Beginners and Professionals | Practical Lessons with English Support
- Native
- 2 yrs · 32 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Se gye M.
NativePreply · South Korea
[8 Years of Teaching Experience] A Tutor Who Truly Understands Beginners! 😊 K-Dramas🎬, Grammar📚, Personalized Lessons🎯, Review Note📝, Feedback✍️
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Haneul W.
NativePreply · South Korea
🇰🇷 Say goodbye to the overwhelming solo Korean study! Let’s start having fun together :)
- Native
- 2 yrs · 37 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Sera L.
NativePreply · South Korea
Learn Korean Easily, Even as a Beginner! Let's Dive into K-Pop Together!
- Native
- 46 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$24/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Yerin K.
NativePreply · South Korea
Learn Korean Naturally | Conversation, Pronunciation, Grammar
- Native
- 2 yrs · 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Jiin K.
NativePreply · South Korea
Speak Korean Naturally | Personalized Listening & Conversation Lessons ✨
- Native
- 10 yrs · 16 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
Boram K.
NativePreply · South Korea
🇰🇷 Want to speak Korean naturally—not just memorize grammar? I’ll help you start speaking Korean from your very first lesson!
- Native
- 10 yrs · 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Yesol K.
NativePreply · South Korea
Learn Fun Korean with a K-Content Writer
- Native
- 44 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
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Korean tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while Preply offers the most choice (889 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preply | 889 | $23 | $16–$34 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 729 | $23 | $17–$28 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 362 | $17 | $13–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Cafetalk | 326 | $12 | $9.18–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| AmazingTalker | 255 | $22 | $17–$28 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Classgap | 54 | $22 | $18–$27 | 4.9★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 36 | $32 | $27–$35 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Engoo | 33 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $60 | $50–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 12 | $30 | $29–$37 | — | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 9 | $34 | $33–$39 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 4 | $44 | $41–$53 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
How much Korean tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $29, 2700 tutors
Native speakers
$19Middle 50% between $13 and $29, 1783 tutors
Non-native
$23Middle 50% between $16 and $29, 917 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Preply
$23Middle 50% between $16 and $34, 889 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $28, 728 tutors
italki
$17Middle 50% between $13 and $23, 362 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $9.18 and $15, 326 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $28, 255 tutors
Classgap
$22Middle 50% between $18 and $27, 54 tutors
Verbling
$32Middle 50% between $27 and $35, 36 tutors
Wyzant
$60Middle 50% between $50 and $65, 25 tutors
Apprentus
$30Middle 50% between $29 and $37, 12 tutors
LanguaTalk
$34Middle 50% between $33 and $39, 9 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$44Middle 50% between $41 and $53, 4 tutors
Where Korean tutors are from
- South Korea1,800 / 2,734
Japan61 / 2,734
United States19 / 2,734
China13 / 2,734
Taiwan10 / 2,734
Hong Kong SAR China5 / 2,734
United Kingdom4 / 2,734
Italy3 / 2,734
Korean tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Korean speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, compared with $23 for non-native tutors. We list 1,816 native speakers.
Across 2,700 Korean tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $40 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on Preply, italki, Cafetalk, AmazingTalker, and Classgap, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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How we collect this data
We collect public profile facts (name, photo, languages, price, rating) from tutoring marketplaces and refresh them daily. Prices are normalised to a 60-minute lesson in US dollars. Ratings and reviews belong to each marketplace. Subscription platforms have no per-tutor price.
Updated September 28, 2026
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