Ka·na /ˈkɑːnə/

n. The system of Japanese syllabic writing, including both hiragana and katakana, used to represent sounds phonetically.

Ka·ta /ˈkɑːtə/

n. 1. A Japanese word (型) meaning “form,” “shape,” or “pattern,” referring to the precise strokes and structures of the characters. 2. A structured system of training or a choreographed pattern of movements used to achieve mastery through deliberate, repetitive practice.