u (ウ) Katakana Stroke Order
The katakana character ウ (pronounced as "u") 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 ウ and master its correct stroke order.
How to Pronounce ウ (u)
Sounds like the 'oo' in 'moon', but with less lip rounding. Keep your mouth relaxed and somewhat closed.
Learn "ウ" Stroke Order - Step by Step
"ウ" Stroke Order Count：3
Stroke Order Tips for ウ
Draw a short vertical stroke on the left side.
Draw a short horizontal stroke across the top.
Draw a longer curved stroke starting from the right, sweeping down and to the left.
"ウ" Stroke Order Worksheet
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Katakana "ウ" Stroke Order Online Practice
Common Words Using ウ
Characters Commonly Confused with ウ
う (u) and つ (tsu) both have curved shapes, but つ curves right while う curves left.
Frequently Asked Questions about ウ
How many strokes does ウ have?
Katakana ウ has 3 strokes: a vertical, a horizontal, and a curved sweeping stroke.
What is the difference between ウ and ツ?
ウ (u) and ツ (tsu) look similar, but the strokes are arranged differently.