キョ (kyo)
Pronunciation
The compound character キョ represents the syllable 'kyo', formed by combining キ (ki) with a small ョ (yo). Rare in everyday katakana loanwords — most 'kyo' sounds in Japanese appear in native words (written hiragana or kanji) rather than loanwords.
Stroke-by-Stroke Guide
キョ is written in six strokes total: three for キ plus three for the small ョ. The small ョ is tucked into the lower right area beside キ.
Common Words with キョ
- キョロキョロ (kyorokyoro) — looking around (onomatopoeia)
How to Write キョ (kyo) in Katakana
The katakana character キョ is romanized as "kyo" and is written with 6 strokes. "K" + "yo" blended quickly. Example word: トーキョー (tookyoo) — Tokyo.
Stroke Order for キョ
When writing キョ, follow the numbered stroke order shown in the reference character above. Japanese characters are generally written from left to right and top to bottom. Correct stroke order improves readability and writing speed.
Practice Tips
- Print this sheet on standard 8.5" × 11" letter paper
- Start by tracing the light grey guide characters in the first column
- Then practice writing キョ freehand in the empty squares
- Pay attention to stroke direction and order — follow the numbered guide
- For interactive practice with animations, visit the main study page
About Katakana
Katakana is one of the three Japanese writing systems. It consists of 46 basic characters, each representing a syllable. Katakana is used for foreign loanwords, scientific terms, and emphasis. Learning correct stroke order is essential for proper Japanese handwriting.