Hanja education

Hanja education involves learning Chinese characters used historically in Korea, primarily to read classical texts and understand the roots of Korean vocabulary. While modern Korean writing mainly uses Hangul, Hanja is still studied in schools and for specialized purposes, enhancing literacy, vocabulary, and cultural understanding. It provides insight into the origins of many Korean words and connection to historical texts, fostering a deeper appreciation of Korea’s literary and historical heritage. Hanja education emphasizes recognizing the characters’ meanings and structures, aiding in reading comprehension and linguistic proficiency, especially for scholarly, legal, or historical contexts.