a (ア) Katakana Stroke Order
The katakana character ア (pronounced as "a") is one of the essential characters in the Japanese writing system. On this page, you'll find a stroke order diagram showing the proper sequence for writing the character. By following the diagram carefully, you can practice writing ア and master its correct stroke order.
How to Pronounce "ア" (a)
Sounds like the 'a' in 'father'. Open your mouth wide and let the sound flow naturally from the back of your throat.
Learn "ア" Stroke Order - Step by Step
"ア" Stroke Order Count: 2
Stroke Order Tips for "ア"
Draw a horizontal stroke from left to right.
Draw a vertical stroke down through the center, crossing the horizontal.
"ア" Stroke Order Worksheet
Download and print this stroke order practice worksheet as a PDF to perfect your character writing. The worksheet provides guided tracing space and blank grids for repeated practice. Below is a preview of the worksheet. The printed version will be larger – simply click the Print button to generate your PDF.
Katakana "ア" Stroke Order Online Practice
Words Using "ア" (a)
Characters Commonly Confused with ア
あ (a) and お (o) both have curved strokes, but お has an additional diagonal flick at the end.
Frequently Asked Questions about ア
How many strokes does ア have?
Katakana ア has 2 strokes: a horizontal and a vertical.
What is the difference between ア and オ?
ア represents the 'a' sound and オ represents the 'o' sound.
Is ア the first katakana character?
Yes, ア is the first character in the katakana chart.