Boulder in Japanese
"boulder" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
岩
iwa
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "boulder". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
boulder, rock, cliff
Reading: gan
8 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Composed of mountain and stone. Mountain stone.
What it carries
Rock, immovable, solid. Represents unshakable strength.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for boulder?
The most common kanji for "boulder" is 岩, read as gan. It means boulder, rock, cliff. Related kanji: 巌 (boulder).
How many strokes does 岩 have?
岩 has 8 strokes.