Pronunciation: [kɔɹˈiːən] (IPA) 
The word "Korean" is spelled with six letters: K-o-r-e-a-n. It is pronounced with three syllables and follows the syllable stress pattern of "Ko-RE-an". In phonetic transcription, it is represented as /kɔəriən/ with the first syllable pronounced as "kaw", the second as "ree", and the last as "un". The correct spelling of "Korean" is important as it represents the identity of a group of people and their culture.
Korean can be defined as an adjective, noun, or proper noun pertaining to Korea, a country located on the Korean Peninsula in East Asia. As an adjective, it refers to anything related to the language, culture, people, or traditions of Korea. For instance, Korean food refers to the cuisine originating from this country, while Korean customs are the traditional practices followed by Korean people.
As a noun, Korean refers to an individual who is native to or a citizen of Korea. It can also denote the Korean language, which is the official language of North and South Korea. The Korean alphabet, known as Hangul, is a unique and phonetic writing system that was invented in the 15th century.
Korean, as a proper noun, specifically refers to the Korean people or the Korean language itself. It also relates to the historical and cultural aspects of Korea. Korean history includes various dynasties, kingdoms, and events that have shaped the nation's identity over centuries.
In recent times, Korean culture, particularly its pop culture, has gained significant global popularity, spawning the term "Korean wave" or "Hallyu." It encompasses Korean entertainment, music (K-pop), movies, TV dramas, fashion trends, and more, which have garnered international recognition and a dedicated fan base.
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The word "Korean" is derived from the Middle English term "Corean", which came from the French word "Coree". The French term was based on the Portuguese word "Coréa" or "Corée", which was ultimately adapted from the Italian word "Corēa". This Italian term was derived from the Middle Latin "Corēa" or "Korea", which was the Latinization of the Goryeo dynasty in Korea (918-1392). The Goryeo dynasty played a significant role in Korea's history and is the origin of the Western name for the country.
