CultureJuly 14, 2026

hangul

/ˈhɑːŋɡuːl/

Definition

The alphabet used to write the Korean language, characterized by its unique system of combining phonemes into syllable blocks.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Korean 'han' (great or Korean) and 'gul' (script or letters). It was coined in 1912 by the linguist Ju Si-gyeong to replace older, less standardized terms for the writing system created by King Sejong the Great in 1443.

In the news

In this article, Hangul is mentioned as a topic for educational panels at the Niterói Korean Culture Festival, highlighting the growing interest in Korean language and linguistics among fans.

Free in Niterói: 1st Korean Culture Festival Brings K-pop, K-dramas, and Traditional Food to the Oscar Niemeyer Popular Theater

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