Learn Korean from zero and level up as you go. The full alphabet is free, then build real vocabulary with XP, streaks, native audio, and collectible word cards.
LEARN KOREAN — ALPHABET & VOCABULARY
Most apps teach Korean like a textbook. HAN•GL teaches it the way it was designed — every letter mirrors your mouth, every word builds on the last.
Go from zero to reading Korean, then keep going. Master all 40 letters through King Sejong's animated story, then start building real vocabulary — greetings, family, food, everyday conversation, and more.
THE FULL KOREAN ALPHABET — FREE
All 15 chapters are completely free:
◆ All 19 Korean consonants
◆ All 21 essential vowels
◆ Batchim (final consonants) and sound-change rules
◆ Pattern recognition system
◆ Interactive syllable builder
◆ Audio pronunciation for every letter
◆ King Sejong's story
◆ Three milestone tests
By the end, you can read any Korean word.
FREE VOCABULARY TO GET YOU STARTED
Once you finish the alphabet, the vocabulary hub opens:
◆ 75+ Korean words free — greetings, numbers, family, food, and everyday phrases
◆ Interactive quizzes: matching, audio, fill-in-the-blank, sentence building
◆ Native audio pronunciation for every word
◆ Collect every word as a card in your personal collection
◆ Boss battles that test what you've learned
GO FURTHER — HAN•GL PRO
Pro unlocks the rest of Korean:
◆ 60+ more vocabulary topics — body, verbs, nature, emotions, slang, work, culture, travel, and everything we add next
◆ All boss battles
◆ Spaced repetition that brings words back right before you forget them
◆ New content added regularly
WHY HAN•GL IS DIFFERENT
◆ STORY-BASED LEARNING
Follow King Sejong's invention of Hangul. Learn through narrative, not flashcards.
◆ VISUAL TEACHING METHOD
Each letter mirrors your mouth shape. See it once, remember forever.
◆ REAL VOCABULARY
Don't just learn letters — build a real Korean vocabulary with interactive quiz lessons. Every word becomes a card in your personal collection.
◆ NATIVE AUDIO
Every word and sentence recorded with professional native pronunciation.
◆ 100% OFFLINE
Every lesson, every quiz, every audio clip works without internet. Learn on the subway, on a plane, anywhere.
◆ DESIGNED BY A KOREAN NATIVE
Created by a polyglot Korean speaker who teaches the logic behind the language, not just memorization.
PERFECT FOR
◆ K-pop and K-drama fans who want to read lyrics and understand more
◆ Korean diaspora reconnecting with their heritage
◆ Complete beginners with zero Korean knowledge
◆ Travelers preparing for a trip to Korea
◆ Anyone learning for relationships, work, or curiosity
◆ Students preparing for Korean language study
THE HANGUL TEACHING METHOD
King Sejong designed each letter as a visual guide to pronunciation. The letter for "g" shows a tongue blocking your throat. The letter for "n" shows a tongue touching the roof of your mouth. The letter for "m" shows a closed mouth.
This visual-phonetic connection is what makes Korean one of the easiest alphabets to learn. We teach the logic, not just memorization.
FEATURES
◆ 15 progressively interactive chapters
◆ Essential Korean vocabulary with new words added regularly
◆ Animated historical storytelling
◆ Interactive syllable builder
◆ Collectible vocabulary cards
◆ XP, levels, and daily streaks: every word you learn builds your level
◆ 9 quiz types with instant feedback
◆ Audio pronunciation for every letter and word
◆ Optional romanization
◆ Works offline
◆ No ads ever
START YOUR KOREAN JOURNEY
Download HAN•GL. Learn the full alphabet for free. Start building real vocabulary. Go further with Pro.
If you want to learn Korean but don't know where to start — this is it.
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I found this app when it was first launched and I was very impressed by the vision the developers had for it. I’m using it along with Duolingo and Tuida, and I love how it is offering something different than those other apps. The last update was great! Keep up the good job!
Developer Response
Wow thank you for being an early supporter and I’m flattered that you think it’s more than one developer. Nope, it’s only one person (me) behind everything. Isn’t that crazy? 😂 Your support really means a lot. 감사합니다!
Best app to learn Korean
app chacker
I’ve looked at many apps and this by far is the best; It’s completely free it helps you learn letters sounds and words , soon it will also help with grammar. If you’re looking for a good starting app to learn Korean I highly recommend this app.
Developer Response
Thank you so much for choosing HAN•GL!
I don’t normally bother writing reviews…
ASmallDog
Well made app. Can repeat sounds as needed to hear differences. Good structure and order for learning. Quizzes, history, catalogue were nice bonuses. A+
Developer Response
WOW 😭 I’m the same so I really really appreciate you taking the time… Thank you so much ❤️
Wow!
edithandrews
I normally do not write app reviews but holy cow. This app is awesome! I’ve been trying different apps to get me started on my Korean journey and this is by far the best. Awesome app, love the historical context it gives.
Developer Response
This made my day, thank you. Pulling a review out of someone who never writes them means a lot, and I'm glad the historical context landed. Enjoy the journey 🙏
◆ Fixed a bug where practice could repeat the same question and get stuck
◆ Smoother Korean text rendering across the app
Version 1.13.1
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Information
Seller
Kevin Myung
Size
175.4 MB
Category
Education
Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
