How to Pronounce "katana"
word
ˌkɑˈtɑˌnɑ
ka-TAH-na
kəˈtɑnə
kuh-TAH-nuh
Definition
A katana is a traditional Japanese sword with a curved, single-edged blade, used by samurai.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑˈtɑˌnɑ
British English
kəˈtɑnə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ka-TAH-na
UK
kuh-TAH-nuh
Listen in Context
The samurai carried a katana at his side.
A katana has a long, curved blade.
He collects antique katana swords.
You often see a katana in Japanese movies and anime.