ㄲ
"ssang-giyeok (ㄲ)"
Korean word for ssang-giyeok (ㄲ)
ㄲDouble Consonants
5 Korean double (tense) consonants
Pronunciation Guide
ㄲ[ssang-gi·yeok]
Pronunciation Tips:
- •"eo" sounds like "uh" in "butter"
- •"ng" is a soft nasal sound like in "sing"
English Translation
ssang-giyeok (ㄲ)
Meaning & Usage
A tense (fortis) consonant, written as double ㄱ. Pronounced with a tight throat and no aspiration. Similar to an unaspirated 'k' in English 'skill'.
Learning Tips
- 💡This is a common beginner-level word. Practice using it in daily conversations!
- 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
- 💡5 Korean double (tense) consonants
Difficulty:Beginner (TOPIK 1-2)
Example Sentences
Beginner
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Intermediate
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Advanced
Understanding the position and method of pronouncing "ㄲ" enables accurate pronunciation.
Master
The phonological characteristics of "ㄲ" are central to the Korean pronunciation system.
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