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The Thaana Script: Why Maldives Writing Looks Like Math

Discover the linguistics behind Thaana, the unique writing system of the Maldives, where the alphabet is literally built from numbers.…

5 days ago

1283: Did a King Really Invent the Thai Script?

Tradition holds that King Ramkhamhaeng the Great single-handedly created the Thai writing system in 1283, but does this legend hold…

6 days ago

The ‘Dot That Died’: Hangul’s Lost Vowel

The Korean alphabet, Hangul, is praised for its scientific design, but it once held a secret: a lost vowel called…

2 months ago

The Doctor Who Invented a Writing System

Discover the forgotten story of Dr. J. W. P. Davis, a Liberian doctor who invented a unique writing system for…

2 months ago

The Real Difference Between Chinese and Korean

At a glance, Chinese and Korean can seem related due to their geographic proximity and shared vocabulary. However, these two…

6 months ago

The Secret History of Hangul, The Korean Alphabet

Did you know the Korean alphabet was secretly invented by a king to empower his people? Hangul, one of the…

6 months ago

North vs. South: Is the Korean Language Different?

While North and South Koreans share a common language, over 70 years of political division have created a fascinating linguistic…

6 months ago

Korean vs. Japanese: Which is Easier?

Korean and Japanese share similar grammar, but their writing systems and pronunciation offer very different challenges. Korean's alphabet is famously…

6 months ago

The Korean ‘Respect System’ You Must Know

Ever felt dizzy trying to navigate the different ways to speak in Korean? Our guide breaks down the essential 'respect…

6 months ago

From Oracle Bones to Alphabets

Ever wonder why Chinese, Japanese, and Korean writing look so different yet interconnected? This journey explores three unique solutions to…

6 months ago

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