Blood in Japanese
"blood" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
血
chi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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blood
Reading: ketsu
6 strokes · dark, powerful
Where it comes from
Blood in a dish. Liquid of life.
What it carries
Blood relation, vitality, sacrifice. Represents family bonds and essence of life.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for blood?
The most common kanji for "blood" is 血, read as ketsu. It means blood. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 血 have?
血 has 6 strokes.