Sumi Sees & Speaks Your Gateway to Learning Asian Languages and Cultures

From singing along to K-pop to exploring Thailand's floating islands, let us guide your journey

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Are you someone who can't stop thinking about those irresistible K-pop songs and want to sing along? Maybe you’re someone who binge watches Chinese costume dramas and wish you could comprehend them without subtitles? Possibly you enjoy sushi, ramen, sake, and other Japanese cuisine and would like to be able to read and pronounce the menu in Japanese. Or perhaps you've always wanted to visit the famed enigmatic floating islands seen in so many viral photographs and swim with elephants in Thailand?

Sumi Sees and Speaks offers easily accessible and engaging resources to learn Asian languages and culture.

About Us

Meet Sumi Sees & Speaks Founder

My name is Sumi, and I hail from the United States. From an early age, I've harbored a deep-seated fascination with languages and cultures worldwide. This zeal led me to dedicate six years of study to French during both my high school and undergraduate years. My academic journey includes degrees in International Business and -International Studies.

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Our Mission Statement

Sumi Sees and Speaks, our mission is to empower individuals to explore new languages and cultures, fostering cross-cultural understanding and global citizenship. We believe that language education is not just about learning words and grammar but about opening doors to new perspectives, experiences, and connections.

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Free Online Resources To Learn

Whether you're a beginner or aiming for fluency, we’ve got you covered

Chinese Proficiency Test

The Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK: Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) standardized test of Chinese language proficiency administered by an agency of the Ministry of Education of China.

Chinese Traditional

The Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL), under the direction of Taiwan’s Ministry of Education, is Taiwan’s (Republic of China) standardized language proficiency tests developed for non-native speakers of Chinese.

Japanese (JLPT)

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is offered by the Japan Foundation and Educational Exchanges and Services as a reliable means of evaluating and certifying the Japanese proficiency of non-native speakers.

Korean Topik

The Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) is administered by the National Institute for International Education of South Korea as way to guide those learning Korean as a second language and assess proficiency in the Korean language.

Thai (CU-TFL)

The Chulalongkorn University Thai Proficiency Test of Thai as a Foreign Language (CU-TFL) designed by The Sirindhorn Thai Language Institute at Chulalongkorn University is a standardized test to evaluate Thai language proficiency in speaking, reading, listening and writing skills.

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Why Sumi Sees and Speaks Stands Out

Empowering your language journey with personalized lessons, cultural insights, and an engaging learning experience

Engaging and Interactive Lessons

Say goodbye to boring memorization! Our lessons are fun, interactive, and designed to keep you motivated

Practical and Real-Life Applications

Learn the phrases and skills you need for real-world situations, whether it’s ordering food, traveling, or making new friends

Supportive Community

Join a global network of learners and language enthusiasts, sharing tips and experiences as you grow

Cultural Immersion

Dive deep into the rich traditions, history, and customs of the languages you love

Proven Success Stories

Hear from real learners who have transformed their lives with our resources

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Hear from Our Happy Learners

Read how our resources have helped learners achieve their goals

Lila M

Learning with Sumi Sees and Speaks has been an incredible journey. The lessons are engaging, and I love how they incorporate cultural insights. I’ve learned so much about Korean, Japanese, and Thai traditions while improving my language skills.

Sophia K

I was nervous about traveling to Thailand because of the language barrier, but Sumi Sees and Speaks made it so easy to learn basic Thai phrases. I could interact with locals, order food, and even haggle at markets. It made my trip unforgettable

David L

I’ve tried several language apps, but none felt as personal and intuitive as this. The lessons are broken down in a way that makes even the most complex grammar feel simple. It’s like having a private tutor right at home.