Course description

Katakana is one of the three main writing systems used in the Japanese language, alongside Hiragana and Kanji.
It is primarily used to write foreign words, loanwords, brand names, on-screen sound effects, and the names of foreign people and places.

Unlike Kanji, which carries meaning, and Hiragana, which is used for native Japanese grammar, Katakana is phonetic — each character represents a specific syllable.
Its sharp and angular strokes make it visually distinct and easy to recognize.

Learning Katakana is essential for reading modern Japanese, especially in contexts involving technology, pop culture, menus, packaging, and international communication.

What will i learn?

• Ability to read and write all Katakana characters
• Recognize and pronounce Katakana-based words
• Read common foreign and borrowed words in Japanese
• Build a strong foundation for further Japanese learning (Kanji, grammar, vocabulary)

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