Your First Step in Korean
Learn the Hangul Alphabet. If you want to start learning Korean, the best place to begin is by learning the Hangul alphabet. Just like ABC in English, Hangul is the Korean “ABC” — a set of letters you can put together to form words. And the good news? You can learn Hangul faster than you think.
What Is the Hangul Alphabet?
Hangul is the Korean writing system created in the 15th century by King Sejong the Great. It was designed to be simple and logical so that everyone could learn to read.
Indeed, the alphabet has:
- 14 basic consonants
- 10 basic vowels
Altogether, these 24 letters form the foundation of Korean. When you add combinations and double letters, you get 40 unique sounds — enough to read any modern Korean word.
Why Learn Hangul Alphabet First?
Many beginners try to memorize words without learning Hangul, but that makes progress slower. So, once you know the alphabet:
- You can sound out new words on your own
- You’ll recognize common phrases in K-Dramas
- You’ll avoid mistakes that come from using only Romanization
Therefore, mastering Hangul makes everything else in Korean much easier.
How to Learn Hangul Alphabet – Step by Step
- Start with consonants — easier to match to English sounds.
- Add vowels — practice with simple blocks.
- Combine them into syllables (like 안, 한, 국).
- Practice daily with short words and phrases.
Take the Next Step
You don’t need months to master Hangul. With the right system, you can learn the Korean alphabet in 90 minutes, and master most of the finer points with just a few days.
👉 So make sure to check out our Hangul Essentials Course — a step-by-step mini-course that takes you through all 40 sounds quickly and clearly.
Learning Korean starts with Hangul. Once you’ve mastered the alphabet, you’ll be ready for words, phrases, and real conversations.
Ready for More?
Of course, this is just the beginning. We’ve created a full list of 100+ K-Drama words and expressions, organized by category and matched with flashcards.
So if you’ve ever wanted to understand what they’re really saying in your favorite scenes, this is the easiest way to start.
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