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ㄴ
ㄴ (Nieun)
The shape represents the tongue touching the upper gum.
Pronunciation
n
Pronunciation Tip
Almost the same as English "n". Touch your tongue to the upper gum.
Writing Practice
ㄴ
ㄴ
Print the worksheet to practice writing in manuscript cells by hand.
Example Words
나무
namu
tree
눈
nun
eye / snow
노래
norae
song
누나
nuna
older sister (male speaker)
눈물
nunmul
tears
Check Your Understanding
01
Which English sound is ㄴ closest to?
02
Where does your tongue touch to make the ㄴ sound?
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