き(ki)
Represents: The consonant 'k' with the vowel 'i'
Mnemonic: Resembles a key; 'Key' starts with 'ki'.
Origin: Derived from the kanji '幾' (ki)
Fun Fact: Also means 'tree' when pronounced as 'ki'.
Kana Family: None
Example Words:
- きく (kiku) - to listen
- きいろ (kiiro) - yellow