3 in Korean: Complete Guide with Pronunciation
3 in Korean = 삼 (sam) / 셋 (set)
The number 3 in Korean is 삼 (sam) pronounced "sahm" (Sino-Korean) or 셋 (set) pronounced "set" (Native Korean).
Quick Answer
| Number | Hangul | Romanization | Pronunciation | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 삼 | sam | sahm | Sino-Korean |
| 3 | 셋 | set | set | Native Korean |
Pronunciation
Sam (삼): "sahm" - Sino-Korean Set (셋): "set" - Native Korean
- 셋 becomes 세 (se) before counters
When to Use Each
삼 (sam): dates, money, phone numbers 셋 (set): counting objects, hours
Practical Usage
Phone numbers: 3 = 삼 (sam) Times: 3:00 = 세 시 (se si) Counting: 세 개 (se gae) = 3 items
Quick Takeaways
- 3 = 삼 (sam) or 셋 (set)
- 셋 → 세 (se) before counters
- Pronounced "sahm" or "set"
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