ㄸ (Ssang-digeut)
A tense double consonant formed by doubling ㄷ. Press your tongue firmly against the upper gum and release with tension. Captures Korean language intensity.
Pronunciation
tt (tense, no aspiration)
Pronunciation Tip
Like the "t" in "stop" but with more tension and zero air release. Keep your tongue pressed until the sharp release.
Writing Practice
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Example Words
땅
ttang
ground / land
또
tto
again
딸기
ttalgi
strawberry
떡볶이
tteokbokki
spicy rice cakes
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떡상
tteoksang
skyrocket (stocks/popularity)
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따라해
ttarahae
follow me/copy me
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Related Characters
Compare this tense consonant with its plain and aspirated counterparts.
Check Your Understanding
ㄸ is the tense version of which plain consonant?
How do you make the initial ㄸ in 땅 (land)?
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