Both in Japanese
"both" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "both". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
both, old Japanese coin, counter for carriages (e.g., in a train), two
Reading: ryou
6 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
A pictograph of both pans of a scale. Means both sides, two things, indicating balance and equilibrium. Simplified form of 兩.
What it carries
Symbolizes both, balance, and symmetry. Represents harmony between two things and fair judgment.
Related kanji for "both"
both
kyou · peaceful
Shape of holding thing with both hands. Holding together.
both
zui
Composed of hill and phonetic. Following hill.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for both?
The most common kanji for "both" is 両, read as ryou. It means both, old Japanese coin, counter for carriages (e.g., in a train). Related kanji: 共 (both), 随 (both).
How many strokes does 両 have?
両 has 6 strokes.