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ㅃ
ㅃ (Ssang-bieup)
A tense double consonant formed by doubling ㅂ. Press your lips tightly together, then pop them open without releasing air. Creates a satisfying popping sound.
Pronunciation
pp (tense, no aspiration)
Pronunciation Tip
No air should escape when you pop your lips. Think of a cork popping, not a puff of air.
Writing Practice
ㅃ
ㅃ
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Example Words
빵
ppang
bread
뼈
ppyeo
bone
뿌리
ppuri
root
빠순이
ppasuni
fangirl (old slang)
🇰🇷 K-Culture
빠지다
ppajida
to fall for/into
🇰🇷 K-Culture
뽀뽀
ppoppo
kiss (cute)
🇰🇷 K-Culture
Related Characters
Compare this tense consonant with its plain and aspirated counterparts.
ㅂ
ㅍ
Check Your Understanding
01
ㅃ is the tense version of which plain consonant?
02
What do your lips do for the ㅃ in 빵 (bread)?
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