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Korean language uses what kind of writing system?
Korean language uses what kind of writing system?
What is the approximate percentage of Chinese loanwords in Korean vocabulary?
What is the approximate percentage of Chinese loanwords in Korean vocabulary?
What is the main purpose of Hangul creation?
What is the main purpose of Hangul creation?
What is a characteristic of Korean language?
What is a characteristic of Korean language?
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What is the status of Korean language in North Korea?
What is the status of Korean language in North Korea?
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Writing Systems
- Korean language uses a unique writing system called Hangul, consisting of 14 consonants and 10 vowels.
- Hangul is considered one of the most scientifically designed and easiest to learn writing systems in the world.
Grammar
- Korean language has a subject-object-verb word order.
- Korean grammar is highly inflected, with many grammatical markers and honorifics used to indicate social relationships and respect.
Vocabulary
- Korean vocabulary is composed of:
- Native Korean words (approx. 35%)
- Chinese loanwords (approx. 60%)
- Foreign loanwords (approx. 5%)
Dialects
- There are several dialects of Korean, including:
- Standard Korean (based on the Seoul dialect)
- Regional dialects (e.g. Gyeongsang, Jeolla, Chungcheong)
- North Korean dialect (used in North Korea)
History
- Korean language has a long history, with the oldest known texts dating back to the 5th century.
- Korean language was heavily influenced by Chinese during the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392 CE).
- Hangul was created in the 15th century to promote literacy among common people.
Features
- Korean language is known for its:
- Complex system of honorifics and politeness levels
- Use of grammatical particles to indicate sentence structure
- Rich vocabulary with many homophones
Importance
- Korean language is an official language in both South Korea and North Korea.
- Korean language is becoming increasingly popular worldwide, with many language learners interested in K-pop and Korean culture.
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