How do you read Korean numbers from 1 to 10?

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Korean numbers may seem complicated to those unfamiliar with the language, but just a little practice will help anyone learn to read and understand. In this article, we will explore the basics of reading Korean numbers, providing essential knowledge to explore numbers while traveling in Korea.

Understanding the Korean Number System.

The Korean number system is based on two sets of numbers: native Korean and Chinese characters. Native Korean numbers are used to count, while Chinese characters are used for dates, money, phone numbers, and other expressions related to time and numbers. Let’s learn more about each system.

A unique Korean number.

Numbers native to Korea are relatively simple and have structures similar to those in English. Numbers from 1 to 10 are as follows:
1 – 1 (one)
2 – 2 (dul)
3 – 3 (set)
4 – 4 (Net)
5 – 5 (daseot)
6 – 6 (yeoseot)
7 – 7 (seven)
8 – 8 (yeodeol)
9 – 9 (Hope)
10 – Column (column)

To make a number higher than 10, you need to combine the base number with the word “column,” which is the word for 10. For example, if you say 20, you will say “thousand,” which is a combination of “smu” meaning 2 and “column” meaning 10. The same pattern applies to other numbers beyond 20.

The number of Chinese characters.

Besides the native Korean numbers, Chinese character numbers are widely used in Korea for various purposes. The numbers originally come from Chinese characters and are used to count, tell the time, and express numerical values in different contexts.

The number of Chinese characters from 1 to 10 is the same as the unique number of Korean characters, but there are different kinds depending on the Chinese character system. The numbers from 1 to 10 are as follows:
1 – Il
2 – This (i)
3 – Sam (Sam)
4 – 4 (sa)
5 – Oh (o)
Six. Six
7 – Chil
8 – Arm (arm)
9 – District
10 – 10 (sip)

Similar to the numbers native to Korea, Chinese characters and Korean numbers can be combined to form larger numbers. For example, 23 will be expressed as “23,” which translates to “23.”

A practical application.

Learning Korean numbers is essential in various aspects of travel, from informing people of prices and times to reading bus and room numbers. Basically, understanding both unique and Chinese characters will greatly enhance the experience in Korea.
When you visit a market or negotiate prices, you must understand the Chinese characters commonly used to trade money. Similarly, reading and understanding numbers is essential for a smooth trip when taking a bus or deciding to assign a room at a hotel.

In conclusion, learning how to read Korean numbers is an important skill for everyone who travels to Korea.