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"ui (ㅢ)"

Korean word for ui (ㅢ)

Compound Vowels

11 compound Korean vowels

Pronunciation Guide

[ui]

English Translation

ui (ㅢ)

Meaning & Usage

A compound vowel combining ㅡ and ㅣ. Has 3 pronunciations depending on position: [ɰi] initially, [e] as possessive particle, [i] elsewhere.

Learning Tips

  • 💡This word requires understanding of Korean context. Try using it in appropriate situations.
  • 💡Nouns are often followed by particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를) to indicate their role.
  • 💡11 compound Korean vowels
Difficulty:Intermediate (TOPIK 3-4)

Example Sentences

Beginner
Try making the "ㅢ" sound.
Intermediate
Find a word that contains "ㅢ".
Advanced
Accurate pronunciation of "ㅢ" is fundamental to learning Korean.
Master
Understanding the phonetic characteristics of "ㅢ" improves pronunciation accuracy.
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