How to Use the Korean Pronunciation Converter
Korean isn't always pronounced exactly the way it's spelled — sounds often flow naturally from one syllable into the next. The most common example is the linking rule: when a syllable with a final consonant (batchim) is followed by a syllable that starts with the silent 'ㅇ', that final consonant sound shifts over and is pronounced as the start of the next syllable. This tool analyzes Korean text syllable by syllable, applies that linking rule automatically, and shows you the resulting pronunciation spelling.
For example, '국어' becomes '구거', '옷이' becomes '오시', and '값이' becomes something close to '갑시' under this simplified rule. Syllables with compound final consonants are also handled — the first consonant stays put while only the second shifts onto the following syllable.
It's a handy way for Korean learners to see the gap between spelling and pronunciation at a glance, or to double-check how a sentence will actually sound before reading it aloud. Note that this is a simplified tool covering only the linking rule — it doesn't apply other pronunciation rules like nasalization or tensification, so use it as a learning reference rather than a definitive guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When a syllable with a final consonant (batchim) is followed by a syllable starting with the silent 'ㅇ', that final consonant sound shifts onto the next syllable. For example, '국어' is pronounced '구거', and '옷이' is pronounced '오시'.
No. This tool applies a simplified version of just the linking rule. Other rules like nasalization, tensification, and palatalization aren't covered, so please treat it as a learning reference rather than a complete pronunciation guide.