# Learn N'Ko Alphabet

> N'ko alphabet learning app with tracing and quizzes. (iPhone/iPad app by Ethan Hartzell.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-nko-alphabet/id6451345706 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ethan Hartzell](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598601070)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-07-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-nko-alphabet/id6451345706/reviews.md

## What is Learn N'Ko Alphabet?

This app can help you get to know the N'ko alphabet. Scroll through the letters and study their shapes and sounds. Practice tracing each one until you're familiar-- then quiz yourself on the letters!
		N'ko means "I say" in Manding languages. It is written right-to-left, and letters connect to each other in a way that resembles Arabic (but without changing shapes). Also different from Arabic, it is not an Abjad but an alphabet meaning that the vowels are always fully written out. There are also mandatory tone marks that mark vowel length and tone.
		N'ko was invented by Solomana Kanté in 1949, as a modern writing system for the Manding languages of West Africa.
		Kanté created N'Ko in response to erroneous beliefs that no indigenous African writing system existed, as well as to provide a better way to write Manding languages, which had for centuries been written in predominately in Ajami (Arabic) script, which was not well suited to the tones and other sounds unique to Mandé and common to many West African languages.

## Key features

- N'ko alphabet study
- Letter shape and sound recognition
- Interactive tracing practice
- Self-quizzing feature
- Historical context of N'ko


## Frequently asked questions about Learn N'Ko Alphabet

### What is the N'ko alphabet?

N'ko, meaning 'I say', is a writing system invented by Solomana Kanté in 1949 for Manding languages. It is written right-to-left and includes vowels and tone marks.

### How does Learn N'ko Alphabet help users learn?

The app allows users to scroll through letters, study their shapes and sounds, practice tracing them, and then quiz themselves to reinforce learning.

### What is the history behind the N'ko alphabet?

N'ko was created to provide a modern writing system for Manding languages, addressing the limitations of existing scripts like Ajami (Arabic) for the specific sounds and tones of these languages.

### Is Learn N'ko Alphabet suitable for young learners?

Yes, the app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children and adults looking to learn the N'ko alphabet.

### What devices does Learn N'ko Alphabet support?

Learn N'ko Alphabet is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Learn N'ko Alphabet updated?

The app was last updated on July 17, 2023, with version 1.0. Future updates will depend on developer plans.

### Does Learn N'ko Alphabet have ads?

No, Learn N'ko Alphabet does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user feedback on Learn N'ko Alphabet?

The app has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from one review, indicating positive initial user sentiment.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2023-07-17

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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