ko (コ) Katakana Stroke Order
The katakana character コ (pronounced as "ko") 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 コ and master its correct stroke order.
How to Pronounce コ (ko)
Sounds like the 'co' in 'cold'.
Learn "コ" Stroke Order - Step by Step
"コ" Stroke Order Count：2
Stroke Order Tips for コ
Draw a horizontal stroke across the top.
Draw a horizontal stroke across the bottom.
"コ" Stroke Order Worksheet
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Katakana "コ" Stroke Order Online Practice
Common Words Using コ
Characters Commonly Confused with コ
こ (ko) and に (ni) both have horizontal line elements, but に has a vertical stroke and loop while こ is just two lines.
Dakuten and Handakuten Variants of コ
Frequently Asked Questions about コ
How many strokes does コ have?
Katakana コ has 2 strokes: two straight horizontal lines.
Does コ look the same as hiragana こ?
No. コ has straight lines forming an open box, while こ has curved lines.