Practice Module: Sounds and Writing: Practice 4-3

Practice 4-3

Loan Words and Katakana

Following the video instructions, practice the pronunciations of the words that appear in the sections “Loan Words and Katakana” (p.29) and “SW2-3. Differences from Hiragana” (p.33).

Word by Word

Repeat each word aloud.

Shadowing Practice

Repeat each word aloud again, this time while you listen.


Following the video instructions, practice the pronunciations of the country and region names that appear in Comprehension Check SW2 A (p.34).

Word by Word

Repeat each word aloud.

Shadowing Practice

Repeat each word aloud again, this time while you listen.


Following the video instructions, practice the pronunciations of the loan words that appear in Comprehension Check SW2 B (p.34).

Word by Word

Repeat each word aloud.

Shadowing Practice

Repeat each word aloud again, this time while you listen.

Stroke Order

Learn the stroke order of each katakana character.