5 in Korean: Complete Guide with Pronunciation
5 in Korean = 오 (o) / 다섯 (daseot)
The number 5 in Korean is 오 (o) pronounced "oh" (Sino-Korean) or 다섯 (daseot) pronounced "dah-sut" (Native Korean).
Quick Answer
| Number | Hangul | Romanization | Pronunciation | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 오 | o | oh | Sino-Korean |
| 5 | 다섯 | daseot | dah-sut | Native Korean |
Pronunciation
O (오): "oh" - Sino-Korean Daseot (다섯): "dah-sut" - Native Korean
- 다섯 becomes 다섯 (stays same) before most counters
When to Use Each
오 (o): dates, money, phone numbers 다섯 (daseot): counting objects, hours
Practical Usage
Phone numbers: 5 = 오 (o) Times: 5:00 = 다섯 시 (daseot si) Counting: 다섯 개 (daseot gae) = 5 items
Quick Takeaways
- 5 = 오 (o) or 다섯 (daseot)
- Pronounced "oh" or "dah-sut"
- No cultural superstitions
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