What's Your Name? How to Write Your Name in Hangul Without Learning the Korean Language by Albert Jung explains the phonetic structure of Hangul and its ability to adapt to foreign languages. Jung teaches how Hangul represents sounds using three components: initial consonants, vowels, and final consonants. Jung talks about the differences between Hangul with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and Hangul's simplicity and systematic design. Jung speaks on the role of middle and bottom sounds in Hangul and how these combine to create new phonemes. He traces the historical development of Hangul, including its use in early texts, and discusses obsolete letters and their phonetic values. Jung explains regional dialects and variations in pronunciation, showing us how they impact transcription and phonetic representation in modern Korean.

Albert Jung’s What’s Your Name? offers a sophisticated, but still accessible, look into something I never honestly thought I'd consider: the phonetics and evolution of the Korean script, Han’gŭl. Jung's writing is academic but wasn't overwhelming to me as a reader, and this is where the book's strength lies. Jung does an excellent job of walking us through the history of the language, connecting the transformations of the language with its practical use in modern contexts. It is very clear that language is Jung's domain and that the work is formed out of a strong combination of exhaustive research and experience. I like that Jung starts incrementally, with the promised name, and gradually moves forward. Linguistic history is fantastic, and the fact that before 1945 nationalist scholars compiling a Korean dictionary risked imprisonment is worthy of a book of its own. Insightful, informative, and very highly recommended.

What’s Your Name? How to Write Your Name in Hangul Without Learning the Korean Language by Albert Jung explores the power and significance of names, weaving personal anecdotes, cultural insights, and reflections into an engaging and educational narrative. The book discusses how names shape identity, connect individuals to their heritage, and influence perceptions across social and cultural contexts. Jung shares personal reflections, positioning himself as the central figure in this introspective learning journey. Through his experiences, readers gain insight into the challenges and joys of embracing one’s identity through their name.

What’s Your Name? is a unique and fascinating book that is easy to understand. Albert Jung’s writing and graphics provide everything needed to explore Hangul, the centuries-old writing system still used by many Koreans. Jung’s narrative style is engaging and invites readers to think about their relationships with their names and the stories behind them. The pacing is steady, with each chapter offering personal stories and broader observations about naming conventions’ cultural and historical significance. Those interested in memoirs, cultural studies, language, or sociology will find What’s Your Name? a compelling and enjoyable read. Albert Jung’s ability to blend personal experiences with broader cultural commentary creates an individual and widely relatable narrative. This book will particularly appeal to those who have ever reflected on the meaning of their names or the significance of those around them. Jung's thought-provoking and engaging book encourages readers to celebrate the stories and identities within their names. I enjoyed this book tremendously.

Accurately conveying names to people who speak other languages can be challenging. In such cases, the Korean writing system, Hangul, whose foundational principles enable it to represent any language from any era or region, bypassing socio-cultural conventions, can be very useful. Knowing Korean is not necessary to learn and use Hangul. Author Albert Jung presents Hangul as an auxiliary tool that can be used when people from different cultures interact. In What's Your Name?, readers will discover three methods for writing their names in Hangul. It includes the modern Hangul alphabet, the original 15th-century Hangul alphabet, and how to notate several unique sounds from different languages using Hangul. Using illustrations and tables, Jung shows how the Hangul alphabet works, the various categories of Hangul sounds, and lists of names from various countries with Hangul letters mixed in.

Hangul is a writing system that I have never encountered before. However, the way Albert Jung introduces Hangul to readers in this book makes it engaging and immersive. Jung explores every facet of the Hangul system, including its origins, and shows how it developed over time. What's Your Name? also contains interactive quizzes and exercises to make it more accessible and easy for readers to understand the minute details of pronunciation and sounds. For an educational book, this is easy to read. It will appeal to anyone who has an interest in learning other languages or is an enthusiast for absorbing cultures and ideas. I found it very informative, motivational, and fun. I highly recommend it to readers who love to learn different languages.

What's Your Name? by Albert Jung is a self-help guide designed to teach readers how to write their names in Hangul without requiring them to learn the Korean language. Hangul is the writing system of Korea, refined over many years. The author discusses its origins and the systematic way it categorizes sounds into three components: top, middle, and bottom. He explains the sound structure of Hangul and distinguishes between modern and fifteenth-century sounds and characters. Additionally, the book explores the unique symbol system representing the sky, earth, and human. Jung also covers various texts that have played a role in the evolution of Hangul, including historical documents, religious scripts, and cultural references that highlight its significance. He provides insights into the history of Korea and its name, emphasizing the importance of proper pronunciation and how one’s name relates to identity and culture.

Korea is a diverse country with a rich heritage. As people grow more aware of Korea through its music, entertainment, and technology, their interest in the language and writing systems also increases. What's Your Name? is a valuable resource for those who wish to engage with Korean culture. The book does not aim to teach the language but focuses specifically on how to write one’s name in Hangul. By emphasizing the art of writing foreign names in Hangul, it offers readers a unique entry point to connect with Korean culture and identity. The author includes names from various countries, demonstrating his in-depth research and understanding of the global diversity of names and their meanings. Reading this book was a pleasure, and it was highly enlightening. My favorite part was the quizzes, which were fun and helped reinforce the lessons. The inclusion of song lyrics and cultural references makes the learning both engaging and relatable. Overall, What's Your Name? is a wonderful book for anyone interested in the rich heritage of Korea and in learning how to write their name in Hangul.