Chief in Japanese
"chief" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
主
omo
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "chief". The most common choice is shown first.
伯View details →
Top pick
chief, count, earl, uncle, Brazil
Reading: haku
7 strokes · spiritual
Where it comes from
Composed of person and white. White person.
What it carries
Uncle, count, chief. Represents elder.
Related kanji for "chief"
孟Details →主Details →
chief
mou · spiritual
Composed of child and dish. Child on dish.
chief
shu · wisdom, spiritual
Shape of flame on candlestick. Master, main.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for chief?
The most common kanji for "chief" is 伯, read as haku. It means chief, count, earl. Related kanji: 孟 (chief), 主 (chief).
How many strokes does 伯 have?
伯 has 7 strokes.