# HAN•GL: Learn Korean Alphabet — Master Hangul through story

> Learn Korean alphabet and vocabulary with visual, story-based lessons. (iPhone/iPad app by Kevin Myung.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangl-learn-korean-alphabet/id6757168420 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kevin Myung](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789211805)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 71 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 173 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-01-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangl-learn-korean-alphabet/id6757168420/reviews.md

## What is HAN?

LEARN KOREAN — ALPHABET & VOCABULARY

Most apps teach Korean like a textbook. HAN•GL teaches it the way it was designed — every letter mirrors your mouth, every word builds on the last.

Go from zero to reading Korean, then keep going. Master all 40 letters through King Sejong's animated story, then start building real vocabulary — greetings, family, food, everyday conversation, and more.

VOLUME 1: THE BIRTH OF HANGUL. FREE.

All 15 chapters are completely free:

◆ All 19 Korean consonants
◆ All 21 essential vowels
◆ Batchim (final consonants) and sound-change rules
◆ Pattern recognition system
◆ Interactive syllable builder
◆ Audio pronunciation for every letter
◆ King Sejong's story
◆ Three milestone tests

By the end, you can read any Korean word.

VOLUME 2: AFTER SEJONG

The story didn't end when the alphabet was invented. 15 new chapters and 3 trials, told through the century Korea nearly lost its language:

◆ Both counting systems, telling time, dates, big numbers, and money
◆ Korean names, family words, loanwords, and the two Koreas
◆ Hanja: the roots hiding inside Korean words
◆ A real Hangul keyboard, taught key by key
◆ Included with HAN•GL Pro

FREE VOCABULARY TO GET YOU STARTED

Once you finish the alphabet, the vocabulary hub opens:

◆ 75+ Korean words free — greetings, numbers, family, food, and everyday phrases
◆ Interactive quizzes: matching, audio, fill-in-the-blank, sentence building
◆ Korean audio for every word
◆ Collect every word as a card in your personal collection
◆ Boss battles that test what you've learned

GO FURTHER — HAN•GL PRO

Pro unlocks the rest of Korean:

◆ Volume 2 of the story, all 15 chapters
◆ 60+ more vocabulary topics — body, verbs, nature, emotions, slang, work, culture, travel, and everything we add next
◆ All boss battles
◆ Spaced repetition that brings words back right before you forget them
◆ New content added regularly

WHY HAN•GL IS DIFFERENT

◆ STORY-BASED LEARNING
Follow King Sejong's invention of Hangul. Learn through narrative, not flashcards.

◆ VISUAL TEACHING METHOD
Each letter mirrors your mouth shape. See it once, remember forever.

◆ REAL VOCABULARY
Don't just learn letters — build a real Korean vocabulary with interactive quiz lessons. Every word becomes a card in your personal collection.

◆ KOREAN AUDIO ON EVERYTHING
The alphabet course is my own voice. Every vocabulary word and sentence has studio-grade Korean audio, so nothing is ever silent.

◆ 100% OFFLINE
Every lesson, every quiz, every audio clip works without internet. Learn on the subway, on a plane, anywhere.

◆ DESIGNED BY A KOREAN NATIVE
Created by a polyglot Korean speaker who teaches the logic behind the language, not just memorization.

PERFECT FOR

◆ K-pop and K-drama fans who want to read lyrics and understand more
◆ Korean diaspora reconnecting with their heritage
◆ Complete beginners with zero Korean knowledge
◆ Travelers preparing for a trip to Korea
◆ Anyone learning for relationships, work, or curiosity
◆ Students preparing for Korean language study

THE HANGUL TEACHING METHOD

King Sejong designed each letter as a visual guide to pronunciation. The letter for "g" shows a tongue blocking your throat. The letter for "n" shows a tongue touching the roof of your mouth. The letter for "m" shows a closed mouth.

FEATURES

◆ 30 story chapters across two volumes
◆ A built-in Hangul keyboard and typing practice
◆ Arcade games built from the words you collect
◆ Essential Korean vocabulary with new words added regularly
◆ XP, levels, and daily streaks: every word you learn builds your level
◆ 9 quiz types with instant feedback
◆ Optional romanization
◆ Works offline
◆ No ads ever

START YOUR KOREAN JOURNEY

Download HAN•GL. Learn the full alphabet for free. Then keep going with Pro.

If you want to learn Korean but don't know where to start — this is it.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Story-based Hangul learning
- Visual pronunciation guides
- Interactive syllable builder
- Vocabulary building with quizzes
- Native audio pronunciation
- Collectible vocabulary cards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $69.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Chapters | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangl-learn-korean-alphabet/id6757168420/reviews.md

### 5/5 — excelente!

*2026-08-27*

Gracias por crear esta aplicación

**Developer response:** De nada, y gracias a ti por usarla. 😊

### 5/5 — Genial

*2026-07-03*

Me encanta la dinámica de estudio es muy fácil y divertida

**Developer response:** Gracias, que la dinámica te parezca fácil y divertida es justo lo que busco 💜

### 5/5 — Wow!

*2026-06-19*

I normally do not write app reviews but holy cow. This app is awesome! I’ve been trying different apps to get me started on my Korean journey and this is by far the best. Awesome app, love the historical context it gives.

**Developer response:** This made my day, thank you. Pulling a review out of someone who never writes them means a lot, and I'm glad the historical context landed. Enjoy the journey 🙏

### 5/5 — Great ap

*2026-06-18*

Super useful for a beginner like me. I really like this app

**Developer response:** Thank you! Built it exactly for beginners, so this means a lot 🙌

### 5/5 — Descárgalo ahora si realmente quieres aprender coreano!!!

*2026-06-17*

Está app me ha ayudado muchísimo, por qué me ha ayudado aprender coreano desde 0, me enseñó varias cosas, y no solo coreano si no, también te explica la historia de cómo hace miles de años crearon el alfabeto coreano!!

**Developer response:** ¡Gracias! Llevarte del 0 es justo el objetivo, y que la historia del alfabeto te sorprenda me hace muy feliz 💜

### 5/5 — Great resource!

*2026-06-17*

I found this app when it was first launched and I was very impressed by the vision the developers had for it. I’m using it along with Duolingo and Tuida, and I love how it is offering something different than those other apps. The last update was great! Keep up the good job!

**Developer response:** Wow thank you for being an early supporter and I’m flattered that you think it’s more than one developer. Nope, it’s only one person (me) behind everything. Isn’t that crazy? 😂 Your support really means a lot. 감사합니다!

### 5/5 — Best app to learn Korean

*2026-05-30*

I’ve looked at many apps and this by far is the best; It’s completely free it helps you learn letters sounds and words , soon it will also help with grammar. If you’re looking for a good starting app to learn Korean I highly recommend this app.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for choosing HAN•GL!

### 5/5 — I don’t normally bother writing reviews…

*2026-05-28*

Well made app. Can repeat sounds as needed to hear differences. Good structure and order for learning. Quizzes, history, catalogue were nice bonuses. A+

**Developer response:** WOW 😭 I’m the same so I really really appreciate you taking the time… Thank you so much ❤️

### 5/5 — Examen número uno

*2026-05-23*

Estoy súper emocionado porque aunque fue al tercer intento, aprobé mi examen con 86 %.  ✅

**Developer response:** 🥰

### 5/5 — Examen número uno

*2026-05-17*

Estoy súper emocionado porque aunque fue al tercer intento, aprobé mi examen con 86 %.  ✅

## Frequently asked questions about HAN

### How does HAN•GL teach the Korean alphabet?

HAN•GL teaches Hangul using a story-based method, mirroring letter shapes to mouth movements. It offers 15 interactive chapters covering consonants, vowels, and batchim, with audio pronunciation for each letter.

### What vocabulary is included in HAN•GL?

The free version includes 76 Korean words covering greetings, numbers, family, food, and everyday phrases. HAN•GL Pro unlocks over 60 additional vocabulary topics.

### Does HAN•GL offer practice and testing?

Yes, HAN•GL features interactive quizzes like matching, audio, fill-in-the-blank, and sentence building. It also includes two milestone tests for the alphabet and boss battles for vocabulary.

### What makes HAN•GL different from other language apps?

HAN•GL stands out with its narrative approach following King Sejong's story, visual teaching of letter pronunciation, and focus on building real, collectible vocabulary with native audio.

### Is HAN•GL suitable for complete beginners?

Absolutely. HAN•GL is designed for complete beginners with zero Korean knowledge, guiding them from zero to reading Korean words and building essential vocabulary.

### What are the benefits of HAN•GL Pro?

HAN•GL Pro unlocks over 60 additional vocabulary topics, all boss battles, and a Practice Hub with spaced repetition. New content is also added regularly to Pro.

### What devices can I use HAN•GL on?

HAN•GL is available on iPhone and iPod devices, making it accessible for users on the go.

### How often is HAN•GL updated?

The app was last updated on May 20, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and content additions, with new vocabulary being added regularly.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.0 — 2026-09-02

Your streak now pays. Every day you keep it, you earn more XP for the same work.

◆ Streak bonus: +1% XP per day, and it never stops growing. A 30 day streak earns 30% more.
◆ Chapter 2 rebuilt. A new sound to shape round, and ㅇ explains why it makes no sound.
◆ Matching tiles no longer come up blank or uneven.
◆ A shorter, clearer first minute for new learners.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-08-24

◆ Your progress now saves more reliably
◆ Minor fixes and improvements throughout

### 2.0.0 — 2026-08-15

Volume 2: After Sejong. The story didn't end when the alphabet was invented.

◆ 15 new chapters and 3 trials. Counting, time, money, Korean names, the flag, family, the two Koreas, and the roots inside Korean words.
◆ Learn to type Korean. A real Hangul keyboard, taught key by key.
◆ 4 new games: Number Rush, Timekeeper, Word Fall, Speed Typist.
◆ Dark mode arrives in Chapter 5. It doesn't lift until Chapter 10.

Volume 1 stays free. Volume 2 comes with Pro.

### 1.13.1 — 2026-08-08

◆ Fixed a bug where practice could repeat the same question and get stuck
◆ Smoother Korean text rendering across the app

### 1.13.0 — 2026-08-05

◆ Widgets! Put your next lesson, your streak, or your full journey right on your home screen.
◆ New words in the vocab collection.
◆ Bug fixes for streaks and navigation.

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