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ㅆ
ㅆ (Ssang-siot)
A tense double consonant formed by doubling ㅅ. Push tense air through your teeth, creating a sharper, crisper sound than regular ㅅ.
Pronunciation
ss (tense, sharp)
Pronunciation Tip
Same tongue position as ㅅ, but with more tension and a sharper release. Like an emphatic hissing sound.
Writing Practice
ㅆ
ㅆ
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Example Words
쌀
ssal
rice (uncooked)
쓰다
sseuda
to write / to use
씨앗
ssiat
seed
싸인
ssain
autograph
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쎈캐
ssenkae
strong character
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씹덕
ssipddeok
hardcore fan
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Related Characters
Compare this tense consonant with its plain and aspirated counterparts.
ㅅ
ㅈ
ㅊ
Check Your Understanding
01
How does the tongue position of ㅆ differ from ㅅ?
02
What distinguishes 쌀 (rice) from 살 (flesh)?
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