Convert Korean text to Braille and vice versa. Based on the Korean Braille (Hunmaengjeongeum) system.
Supports basic Korean consonants and vowels (initial, medial, final).
English letters, numbers, and special characters are displayed as-is.
Some complex final consonants (ㄳ, ㄵ, etc.) are supported.
Convert between Korean and Braille
Korean Braille was created by Park Du-seong in 1926 as 'Hunmaengjeongeum'. It systematically maps Hangul's scientific consonant-vowel system to 6-dot braille cells.
It represents Hangul's initial consonant, vowel, and final consonant as separate braille symbols. For example, '가' (ga) is composed of the braille for ㄱ (initial) + ㅏ (vowel).
Yes, numbers use the number indicator (⠼) followed by the digit's braille. This tool currently focuses on Korean text conversion.
Korean organizations for the visually impaired offer braille education programs. This tool can help you learn basic braille patterns.
Under Korea's Anti-Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities Act, public institutions and businesses must provide braille information for the visually impaired.
Learn about the principles and importance of the Korean Braille system.
In 1926, Park Du-seong created 'Hunmaengjeongeum', the Korean Braille system for the visually impaired. It systematically maps Hangul's scientific consonant-vowel structure to 6-dot braille cells and is globally recognized as an excellent braille system. November 4th is celebrated as 'Korean Braille Day'.
Today, braille appears on elevator buttons, medicine packaging, currency, and public signs. Assistive technologies like braille displays and printers continue to advance, and braille plays a crucial role in web accessibility.