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ㅖ
ㅖ (Ye)
A compound vowel combining ㅕ and ㅣ. Sounds like "y+e". Often found in words expressing respect and courtesy in Korean.
Pronunciation
ye (y + "yes")
Pronunciation Tip
Like the "ye" in "yes". Found in "예쁘다" (pretty), a word you will hear constantly in Korean.
Writing Practice
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Example Words
예
ye
yes (formal)
예쁘다
yeppeuda
to be pretty
예술
yesul
art
예능
yeneung
variety show
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선례
seollye
precedent
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세례
serye
baptism / initiation
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Related Characters
The basic vowels that form this compound vowel.
ㅕ
ㅣ
ㅔ
ㅒ
Check Your Understanding
01
ㅖ is similar to which English sound?
02
Which vowels combine to form ㅖ?
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