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Mastering Hangeul Consonants (자음_한글) The Korean alphabet’s consonants, or “Jaeum” (자음), are fascinating because they were designed based on the shapes of human speech organs. King Sejong’s genius ensured that each consonant is intuitive and easy to pronounce, making Hangeul one of the most logical writing systems in the world. Overview of Korean Consonants Korean has 19 consonants, categorized into three main types: basic, double (also called "tense" consonants), and...

What is Hangeul? An Introduction to the Korean Alphabet Hangeul (한글) is one of the most scientific and systematic alphabets in the world. Designed by King Sejong of the Joseon Dynasty in 1443, Hangeul was created to make reading and writing accessible to everyone, regardless of their social class. Key Facts About Hangeul Meaning: “Han” (한) means Korean, and “Geul” (글) means letter. Together, Hangeul translates to "Korean letters." Efficiency:...