Broth in Japanese

"broth" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

汁

shiru

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "broth". The most common choice is shown first.

汁

Top pick

soup, juice, broth, sap, gravy, pus

Reading: juu

5 strokes · nature

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Where it comes from

Composed of water and ten. Sufficient water.

What it carries

Soup, miso soup, juice. Represents liquid.

Related kanji for "broth"

酪

broth

raku · nature

Combines 'wine vessel' (酉) with '各', representing fermented milk beverages—dairy products. A general term for cheese and butter.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for broth?

The most common kanji for "broth" is 汁, read as juu. It means soup, juice, broth. Related kanji: 酪 (broth).

How many strokes does 汁 have?

汁 has 5 strokes.