kana
The origin and history of kana.
Etymology
From Japanese kana, literally "borrowed name/character" — because the symbols were originally Chinese characters repurposed just for their sound.
The origin and history of kana.
From Japanese kana, literally "borrowed name/character" — because the symbols were originally Chinese characters repurposed just for their sound.
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