ka (カ) Katakana Stroke Order

The katakana character カ (pronounced as "ka") 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 カ and master its correct stroke order.

ka Katakana stroke order chart

How to Pronounce カ (ka)

Sounds like the 'ca' in 'camp'. A crisp 'k' sound followed by the vowel 'a'.

Learn "カ" Stroke Order - Step by Step

"カ" Stroke Order Count:2

Stroke 1
Stroke 2

Stroke Order Tips for カ

Stroke 1

Draw a horizontal stroke from left to right.

Stroke 2

Draw a diagonal stroke from upper-right going down-left, crossing the horizontal.

"カ" Stroke Order Worksheet

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Katakana "カ" Stroke Order Online Practice

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Common Words Using カ

カメラ
kamera
camera
カレンダー
karendaa
calendar
カレー
karee
curry
カード
kaado
card

Dakuten and Handakuten Variants of カ

(ga) Dakuten (゛)

Characters in the Same Row as カ

Frequently Asked Questions about カ

How many strokes does カ have?

Katakana カ has 2 strokes: a horizontal and a diagonal.

How does カ change with dakuten?

Adding dakuten to カ turns it into ガ (ga).

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