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How to write hiragana: ma, mi, mu, me, mo - ま、み、む、め、も

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How to write hiragana: ma ま

It is important to follow the stroke order when writing Japanese.

Example: まくら (makura) --- pillow

Listen to the pronunciation of "ma". Learn more about hiragana "ma".

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