Hiragana

Hiragana is one of the three writing systems used in Japanese, alongside Katakana and Kanji. It consists of 46 basic characters, each representing a specific syllable or sound. Hiragana is primarily used for native Japanese words, grammatical elements, and to express sounds. It is often the first script learned by children and is crucial for reading and writing in Japanese. Unlike Kanji, which represents meanings and can be complex, Hiragana is phonetic and straightforward, making it essential for understanding and composing the language.