漢Hanja → Hangul Converter
Convert 600 commonly used Hanja characters to their Hangul readings. Useful for reading Hanja in newspapers and magazines, looking up names, decoding old documents and contracts, and Hanja exam prep.
How to use
- 1Paste text containing Hanja.
- 2See the Hangul conversion.
- 3Copy and use it.
FAQ
Does it cover every Hanja?+
It's based on a 600-character common-use dictionary. Unmapped characters are left as-is, but most everyday Hanja are included.
What if a Hanja has multiple readings?+
The most common reading is shown. For context-sensitive readings, check a dictionary. E.g., '樂' is '락' (joy) or '악' (music).
Good for converting Hanja names?+
Yes — '金哲秀' → '김철수'. Some rare name-specific Hanja may be missing, so confirm with a dictionary.
Korean vs Chinese readings?+
Only Korean readings are shown. For Chinese pinyin, you'll need a separate tool.
Why only 600?+
About 1,800 Hanja appear in everyday Korean use; the 600 most frequent are included first. More to come in future updates.
Useful for Hanja proficiency exam prep?+
Most level 8–5 Hanja characters are covered. Level 4 and above need additional dictionaries.