If you’ve been practicing TOPIK II writing, you probably already know how hard it is to find the perfect sentence structure, grammar, and vocabulary…

But what if your biggest score drop isn’t from grammar — but from tone?

In this episode, we’re talking about:

• What “tone” means in Korean essays


• The most common tone mistakes learners make


• How to sound natural, formal, and confident (not stiff or casual!)


• Real examples of high-scoring writing tone


• A mini checklist to instantly improve your tone

Mini Challenge:
Choose a writing sample you’ve already done — and edit it with today’s tone tips.
Want a teacher’s eye on it? Email Eliza with your writing sample to get one personalized feedback tip!

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’re preparing for TOPIK II and want to improve your writing score


• You want to write more like a native speaker (and not sound too casual or awkward)


• You’re not sure if your essays sound natural or textbook-ish

Ready to get serious about TOPIK II writing?

The TOPIK II Writing Confidence Lab is coming soon — and it’s made for learners who want to build real confidence, write faster, and get feedback on their work.

Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when we open doors:
👉 https://www.joaacademy.com/writing-confidence-lab-waitlist 

🎁 Also, want to improve on your vocabulary for TOPIK?

 👉Don’t forget to grab Master TOPIK Vocabulary: Essential Words to Level Up from TOPIK I → II
a flashcard-style vocab lists, examples, and practice tips to help you write and speak more naturally for the exam.  🔗 https://www.joaacademy.com/mastertopikvocab

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