What's Your Name?: How to write your name in Hangul without learning the Korean language - Hardcover

by Albert Jung (Author)

Write Your Name, Share Your Voice with Han'gŭl

Have you struggled with getting your name pronounced correctly in another language? What's Your Name? introduces Han'gŭl (Hangeul, Hangul), the Korean writing system, as a precise tool to represent names worldwide. Perfect for beginners, language learners, and cultural enthusiasts.Discover Han'gŭl Through Three Fascinating Lenses

• Modern Han'gŭl: Today's streamlined script for diverse sounds.
• 15th-Century Han'gŭl: King Sejong's innovative system for language representation.
• "Multiverse Han'gŭl": Imagine Han'gŭl's evolution across cultures.

Packed with Learning ToolsGreat for self-study or classroom use, this book offers:

• Exercises and Quizzes: Fun activities to reinforce learning.
• Illustrations: Clear visuals to explain key concepts.
• Multilingual Pronunciation Guides: Transcribe names in English, French, German, Spanish, and Russian.
• Historical Insights: Uncover Han'gŭl's cultural and linguistic heritage.

What You'll Gain

• Learn to write your name and other words in Han'gŭl-no prior knowledge of Korean is required.
• Master phonetics and transcription, clearly capturing the most challenging sounds from multiple languages.
• Explore the history and adaptability of Han'gŭl as a universal writing system.
• Discover innovative ways to connect, celebrate diversity, and express yourself through language.

In a few final pages, you will discover and enjoy the author's surprising gift that will spark your imagination and keep you exploring beyond the book.Reader Praise

• "A must-read for anyone curious about names and languages!"
• "Practical and accessible, with exercises and examples perfect for beginners."
• "A creative, inclusive take on phonetics and language."

Let your name-and your voice-be heard, just as you say it.

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