This chapter explores the potential insights that can be gained from studying the Korean writing system, Hangul, in relation to established research on English reading. While the vast majority of reading research has focused on English and other Latin-alphabet-based languages, we propose that examining the cognitive and visual constraints in Hangul can shed light on universal and script-specific principles of word recognition. The chapter addresses unresolved questions in visual word recognition and eye-tracking, focusing on how Hangul’s unique syllabic block structure compares to the linear nature of alphabetic scripts. By incorporating findings from masked priming, lexical decision tasks, and eye-tracking studies, we highlight both similarities and differences in cognitive processing across writing systems.