K01 · Vowels and K row

Goal: read 2 words with アイウエオカキクケコ.

Before you start

Nothing else needed: this is the first lesson.

Katakana is mostly used for words from other languages, names and signs. Each kana sounds like its hiragana partner: ア = あ, カ = か.

Look at their shape and reading. If in doubt, check the katakana chart (gojūon).

Go over the shape with your finger, mouse or a stylus. It is free practice: it does not count towards passing the lesson.

Show romaji

You practise them in kana; underneath you can see how they are usually written.

Two rounds: first you read each word and type its romaji, then you pick what it means. No romaji on screen.

Show romaji

A short text written only with the kana and grammar you already know. Read it and answer.

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