Koreans use their unique alphabet called Hangul. During the Chosen Dynasty(1393-1910), King Sejong had created Hangul. In 1446, the 1st Korean alphabet was proclaimed under the original name of Hunmin Chongum which literally mean “the correct sounds for the instruction of the people”
King Sejong always deplored the fact that common people ignore the complicated Chinese character that being used for education. King Sejong felt great sympathy for that people. So, he immediately searched for a solution. What he envisioned was a set of letters that was unique for Koreans and able to learn easily for the common people. Thus, the Hunmin Chongum was born.
Due to its simplicity character, Hangul is easily learnt by children and foreigners. Hangul has been at the root of Korean culture and helping to preserve its national identity and independence. Every 9th October it is known as Hangul Day in Korea; the celebration of the promulgation of the Korean alphabet.
King Sejong always deplored the fact that common people ignore the complicated Chinese character that being used for education. King Sejong felt great sympathy for that people. So, he immediately searched for a solution. What he envisioned was a set of letters that was unique for Koreans and able to learn easily for the common people. Thus, the Hunmin Chongum was born.
Due to its simplicity character, Hangul is easily learnt by children and foreigners. Hangul has been at the root of Korean culture and helping to preserve its national identity and independence. Every 9th October it is known as Hangul Day in Korea; the celebration of the promulgation of the Korean alphabet.
Reference :
1. "History of Hangul" Z Korean. http://www.zkorean.com/hangul/history_of_hangul (accessed ).
1. "History of Hangul" Z Korean. http://www.zkorean.com/hangul/history_of_hangul (accessed ).