word
Korean
Hangeul
HAN-gul
/ˈhɑːŋɡʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Hangeul
Dictionary meaning
The Korean alphabet, developed in the 15th century by King Sejong.
History and origin
Korean
Common mispronunciations
HANG-goolHAN-gool
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