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Korean has 10 basic vowels. Unlike consonants, vowels in Hangul are constructed from just three elements: a vertical line (ㅣ), a horizontal line (ㅡ), and short strokes representing "Heaven." Understanding these elements makes learning all vowels much easier.
| Element | Shape | Represents | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaven | ㆍ (dot/short stroke) | The round sky | — |
| Earth | ㅡ | The flat ground | "eu" |
| Human | ㅣ | A standing person | "ee" |
All ten basic vowels are combinations of these three elements.
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