e (エ) Katakana Stroke Order
The katakana character エ (pronounced as "e") 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 エ and master its correct stroke order.
How to Pronounce エ (e)
Sounds like the 'e' in 'bet'. It is a short, crisp vowel sound with your mouth slightly open.
Learn "エ" Stroke Order - Step by Step
"エ" Stroke Order Count：3
Stroke Order Tips for エ
Draw a horizontal stroke from left to right across the top.
Draw a vertical stroke down from the left end of the horizontal.
Draw a short diagonal stroke from upper-right going down to meet the vertical.
"エ" Stroke Order Worksheet
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Katakana "エ" Stroke Order Online Practice
Common Words Using エ
Characters Commonly Confused with エ
え (e) and く (ku) may look loosely similar in quick writing, but え has a horizontal first stroke while く is two diagonal strokes.
Frequently Asked Questions about エ
How many strokes does エ have?
Katakana エ has 3 strokes: a horizontal, a vertical, and a diagonal.
How is エ different from hiragana え?
え has flowing curves while エ is angular with straight lines.