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A Brief description of Korean Language Phonology and Its History: From the View of Sinosphere

Runyu TianZhengzhou Foreign Language School*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

This paper explores the historical and linguistic facets of the Korean language's development, emphasizing its profound ties to the Korean Peninsula and mainland China. Beginning with the use of Han characters dating back to the 12th century BCE, when Jizi sought sanctuary in Korea, the evolution of these characters into the native Korean script, known as "Hangul," in the 15th century is discussed. Hangul's transformation from addressing writing issues to symbolizing Korean cultural and national identity, particularly in the 20th century, is highlighted. The paper also delves into the distinctive vowel characteristics, consonantal complexities, and syllable structures of the Korean language, making it conducive to continuous speech. Additionally, it touches upon the challenges faced by learners, especially those from Chinese-speaking backgrounds, in mastering these linguistic features. This paper serves as a concise overview of the multifaceted nature of the Korean language's historical and structural elements.

Keywords: history of Korean; vowel phoneme; consonant phoneme; syllable structure
Published: December 7, 2023
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/21/20231434
Volume: CHR Vol.21
pp. 114-119
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