# Korean Letters

> Learn to read Korean letters visually with interactive exercises and vocabulary. (iPhone/iPad app by Korean Alive, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korean-letters/id495504095 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Korean Alive, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/495504098)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.81/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 133 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korean-letters/id495504095/reviews.md

## What is Korean Letters?

Learning how to read Korean letters made easy.

ZERO EXPLANATIONS TO READ. Start learning immediately. The app is designed not to have any instructions in any language, yet you will learn how to read Korean letters as you follow through 19 chapters. It shows you (not tells you) the underlying logic and also helps you memorize them for good.

Many picture pages - See and try to guess how Korean letters can be used to write the sound of what you know in other languages. It is really fun. These words are also used by Koreans in South Korea as-is, so you get to learn 70+ words for free.

Test yourself when you go to a Korean restaurant and face the menu. Test yourself with your favorite Korean song lyrics. You will be surprised that you can actually read them now!

Try Korean Letters Lite for free to see how it works. It contains the first five chapters.

Troubleshooting: when you press Korean letters, it should make a sound along with the visual effect. If you don't hear it, make sure your mute switch is not on. Also try earphone - just to know it makes sound.

## Key features

- Visual learning method
- No text explanations
- Interactive exercises
- Memorization aids
- Learn 70+ Korean words
- Real-world application practice

## What do users think of Korean Letters?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Practical, simple, and elegant
- 🚀 Easy to learn and use
- 🚀 Effective for learning Hangul quickly
- 👍 Clear audio and pronunciation
- 👍 Intuitive and well-designed interface
- 👍 Helpful for beginners

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sound doesn't work on some devices
- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 👎 Lack of explanations or quizzes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sound not working on iPhone 10
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Additional audio samples for similar-sounding syllables
- More advanced content beyond just the alphabet
- Ability to resume progress from where you left off

## Recent user reviews (10 of 133)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korean-letters/id495504095/reviews.md

### 5/5 — practical, simple, and elegant. bravo.

*2022-06-04*

This creators of this app really tried to understand where and how a beginner (like me) may become confused while learning Hangul and creativity addressed it. There is a purposeful sequencing of the characters using gentle repetition to keep the learner on their toes. This was especially helpful for me to distinguish between characters that mirror each other in appearance. 
 The minimalist look and feel of this app makes it a pleasure to learn with. There is no unnecessary narration or content to wade through. This makes it easy to go back and review precisely what you want. 
After struggling with flash cards, you tube videos, and a couple other apps, this is the one that made me feel like I am  getting a handle on it.
 Highly recommend.

### 5/5 — Awesome app

*2021-09-21*

I love this app, I only wish that there was a version or add on or something with different sounds like “봐, 끔, 되” to name a few to get used to hearing those sounds more. But other that that the app is great for listening and reading practice

### 5/5 — AMAZING!,

*2020-12-27*

This app is so good! I was able to learn and get a basic understand of 한골 within two days! I am now practicing to read more fluently to get better at it! This is app is defeintly amazing!

### 5/5 — amazing

*2020-04-26*

i'm only 13 and now i can read hangul with no experience because of this app and i love this app and i am very thankful for this app its truly amazing

### 4/5 — Great app but sound doesn’t work on iPhone 10 anymore

*2019-12-15, version 1.1.0*

Is there a fix?

### 5/5 — Outstanding

*2019-05-08*

I recently moved to Korea and I’ve been using Korean Letters to help me learn Hangul. This app has given me a strong base of understanding the phonics of Korean. I am now able to read Hangul and that is helping me to learn more vocabulary. Koreans compliment me on my pronunciation and I think a big part of that is the clear audio and well done pronunciation by the native speaker on this app. My only suggestion is to allow a shortcut to the page that shows all of the letters learned so far. Sometimes I want to hear the pronunciation of one letter and it can be a annoying to flip through to the alphabet page or to find the specific section covering that letter.

### 5/5 — Actually the best Hangul learning app

*2019-03-08, version 1.1.0*

I’ve tested every app and I really think this is the best one for learning Hangul. There is no romanisation, the audio is clear and the interface is simple. But most importantly the structure of the lessons teaches you implicitly how a vowel works by combining it with different consonants, and how a consonant works by combining it with different vowels. 

It’s maybe not as fun as using Scripts (by Drops) or something similar though.

### 5/5 — Freaking amazing

*2018-09-11*

Okay so first let me start off by saying today is September 10th 2018 because I haven’t seen any recent reviews but whew let me tell yall GO AHEAD AND BUY THIS if you were like me and you were skeptical about it because you didn’t know if it actually worked or not it does!! but incase you still don’t trust it theres a shorter app version but it only let’s you get so far. I started on this app at about 7:30pm it is now 10:33pm and I can literally read hangul fluently and I’m not even bluffing this app is really amazing THIS COMMENT IS NOT SPONSORED IN ANY WAY THIS IS COMING FROM MY MOUTH!!

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2018-07-18*

This app is a great start to learning korean, would definitely recommend.

### 5/5 — Perfect for Beginners learning Korean

*2018-07-14*

This app is better than the many apps I have used. I can move at my own pace and I find it easier to read and write in Korean. For anyone starting to learn Korean, learn Hangul first that way you will have a strong foundation that will help you learn quicker. This app is a must have. This is the only app that I have purchased and it’s better than the more expensive apps that I have. Love, love love!!

## Frequently asked questions about Korean Letters

### What does the Korean Letters app do?

This app teaches you how to read Korean letters (Hangul) using a visual and interactive method. It avoids lengthy explanations and focuses on showing you the underlying logic and helping you memorize the characters through engaging exercises and vocabulary.

### How does the app help me learn Korean letters?

The app uses a unique approach with no text instructions. You learn by seeing and guessing how Korean letters correspond to sounds, similar to how they are used in other languages. It includes many picture pages and helps you memorize letters for good.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use. The Lite version, which contains the first five chapters, can be tried for free to understand how the learning process works.

### What are the benefits of using this app for learning Korean?

You can start learning immediately without reading any instructions. The app helps you learn over 70 Korean words for free and allows you to practice reading Korean menus and song lyrics, giving you a sense of accomplishment.

### What if I can't hear the sounds in the app?

If you are not hearing sounds when pressing Korean letters, please ensure your device's mute switch is not on. Trying with earphones can also help confirm if the sound functionality is working correctly.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2017-08-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Upgraded to 64bit. Uses Auto Layout to support various sizes of iOS devices.
Check [Customer Ratings] - [All Versions] to see 300+ fanatic reviews from other users!

### 1.0.8 — 2012-04-03

Content adjustment for easier learning.

### 1.0.7 — 2012-03-13

When introducing new consonants, subtitle area will show the sound you hear.

### 1.0.6 — 2012-02-28

A lot more picture pages are added for more fun. See how Korean letters can be used to write what you know in other languages.

Visit www.koreanalive.com and go to Forum to check for more details.

### 1.0.5 — 2012-02-16

All letters are re-recorded for even better sound quality. 
Visit www.koreanalive.com and go to Forum to check for more details.

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## More apps by Korean Alive, LLC

- [Korean Letters Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/korean-letters-lite/id500641131)

All apps by Korean Alive, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/495504098

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