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Daejeon · 대전

Daejeon Language Exchangeevery Sunday.

Korean locals and international residents practise Korean and English in small rotating groups. Reserve your seat on nurio.kr with a single ticket or an event pass.

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Come alone. Come at any level. Your host handles the seating, the groups and the conversation. All you need to do is show up.

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What happens at a meetup

Coming alone is normal. The host takes care of the rest.

  1. Arrive and get a name tag

    Starts 2:40 PM

    A host greets you and finds you a seat.

  2. Small-group rounds

    About four people per table, locals and international members mixed, with Korean time and English time.

  3. Rotate and meet new people

    Groups reshuffle so you talk with people you haven't met yet.

  4. Stay for the after (optional)

    Swap contacts or head out together for dinner.

Daejeon Language Exchange (대전 언어교환 모임)

The Daejeon Language Exchange is nurio's weekly in-person meetup where Korean locals and international residents practise Korean and English in small rotating groups. It meets every week in Daejeon. Seats are reserved only on nurio.kr, with a single ticket or a multi-event pass.

How to register for the Daejeon language exchange

Registration is only through nurio.kr. Our Meetup group and Instagram (@nurio.language) announce events, but they cannot reserve a seat for you.

  1. Create a free nurio account with Google, Kakao or Naver — no password needed.
  2. Open the events list, choose a Daejeon date and tap Reserve. Pay with a single ticket or a multi-event pass; the price is shown on each event page.
  3. Check your confirmation email for the venue, start time and what to expect, then just show up.
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When and where

Schedule
every week
Next meetup
Venue
Tamitie Coffee, 101 호, 591, Doan-daero, Yuseong District, Daejeon

Upcoming Daejeon dates

Daejeon International Party

Alongside the weekly meetup, nurio regularly hosts the Daejeon International Party: an evening social with food, drinks, group rotations and games where locals and international residents mix. Party dates and tickets are listed on nurio.kr/events, and registration works the same way — only on nurio.kr.

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Want a weekly English class too? Meet nurio study

Separate from the language exchange, nurio study runs small-group English conversation classes in Daejeon led by leaders who have lived or studied abroad or are part of the Korean diaspora. After a short level assessment, you get matched to a group that fits your level and schedule.

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Guides

Guides for living in Daejeon

Practical, up-to-date answers for foreigners: making Korean friends, student life beyond campus, and what to expect at your first language exchange.

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Daejeon language exchange FAQ

How do I register for the Daejeon language exchange?

Sign in to nurio.kr with Google, Kakao or Naver, open Events, pick a Daejeon date and tap Reserve. Registration happens only on nurio.kr, and each event is paid with a single ticket or an event pass.

Do I need Meetup or Instagram to join?

No. The nurio Meetup group and Instagram account (@nurio.language) only announce events. To attend you must reserve a seat on nurio.kr — pre-registration is required and a Meetup RSVP does not count.

When and where is the Daejeon language exchange held?

It meets every week in Daejeon. The current venue is Tamitie Coffee; each event page on nurio.kr shows the exact start time, address and map link.

How much does the Daejeon language exchange cost?

Each meetup is paid: buy a single ticket for one event, or a multi-event pass with a lower per-event price. Prices are shown on each event page, and you can pay by card, KakaoPay, NaverPay or TossPay.

Does nurio host parties in Daejeon?

Yes. nurio regularly hosts the Daejeon International Party, an evening event with food, drinks, group rotations and games for locals and international residents. Dates and tickets are posted on nurio.kr/events.

Can I join if my Korean or English is basic?

Yes. All levels are welcome and most people come alone. A host runs the rotations with both Korean time and English time, so beginners and native speakers each get to practise.

What is nurio?

nurio is an in-person language exchange community in Daejeon. Hosted small-group meetups help Korean locals and international residents practice languages and get to know one another.

How do nurio meetups work?

Choose an event, reserve a spot, and meet at the listed venue. A host guides the flow and rotates small groups so you can speak with several people.

Can beginners and first-time visitors join?

Yes. First-time visitors and all language levels are welcome. Each event page shows the date, venue, price, availability, and booking details before you reserve.

Can I come alone?

Yes, most people do. The host seats you and rotates the groups, so you'll be talking with new people from the first round.

Where does nurio meet?

Events are currently listed in Daejeon. Check each event page for its exact venue and address.

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