9 in Korean: Complete Guide with Pronunciation
9 in Korean = 구 (gu) / 아홉 (ahop)
The number 9 in Korean is 구 (gu) pronounced "goo" (Sino-Korean) or 아홉 (ahop) pronounced "ah-hohp" (Native Korean).
Quick Answer
| Number | Hangul | Romanization | Pronunciation | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 구 | gu | goo | Sino-Korean |
| 9 | 아홉 | ahop | ah-hohp | Native Korean |
Pronunciation
Gu (구): "goo" - Sino-Korean Ahop (아홉): "ah-hohp" - Native Korean
When to Use Each
구 (gu): dates, money, phone numbers 아홉 (ahop): counting objects, hours
Practical Usage
Phone numbers: 9 = 구 (gu) Times: 9:00 = 아홉 시 (ahop si) Counting: 아홉 개 (ahop gae) = 9 items
Quick Takeaways
- 9 = 구 (gu) or 아홉 (ahop)
- Pronounced "goo" or "ah-hohp"
- No strong cultural associations
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