Korean language vs Korean alphabet in Korean
한국어vs한글
한국어Korean language
한국어 means the Korean language. You use it when you talk about studying, speaking, reading, or writing Korean. In school, people often say they learn 한국어 in class or practice it with friends.
When to use Korean language
한글Korean alphabet
Hangul (한글) is the Korean alphabet, the system used to read and write Korean. People use this word when talking about Korean letters, spelling, reading, or writing. In school, students usually learn Hangul first.
When to use Korean alphabetHow they differ
Korean language (한국어) and Korean alphabet (한글) are nearby Korean vocabulary items learners often meet together. Use “Korean language” when 한국어 means the Korean language. You use it when you talk about studying, speaking, reading, or writing Korean. In school, people often say… Use “Korean alphabet” when Hangul (한글) is the Korean alphabet, the system used to read and write Korean. People use this word when talking about Korean letters, spe…