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Kana
Sounds like
kahnuh
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Simple meaning
What does Kana mean?
Kana are Japanese symbols for syllable sounds.
Dictionary definition
A set of Japanese writing symbols that represent syllable sounds.
Example sentences
Kana in a sentence
easy
The student practiced kana before reading simple Japanese words.
medium
Kana symbols helped the class see how some writing systems use syllables instead of single letters.
hard
Learning kana can help readers understand the basic sound patterns in written Japanese.
Synonyms
Words like Kana
syllabaryUse for a writing system based on syllable symbols.
scriptUse for a system of written symbols.
Antonyms
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Word family
Kana word family
Base word
kana
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does kana mean?
Kana means kana are Japanese symbols for syllable sounds.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to kana?
Syllabary is closely related to the meaning of kana.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses kana correctly?
This sentence uses kana in a clear and accurate context.
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