Circumference in Japanese

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

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

周

Top pick

circumference, circuit, lap

Reading: shuu

8 strokes

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Where it comes from

Shape of enclosing around rice field. Surrounding.

What it carries

Surroundings, cycle, one round. Represents around.

Related kanji for "circumference"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for circumference?

The most common kanji for "circumference" is 周, read as shuu. It means circumference, circuit, lap. Related kanji: 巡 (circumference).

How many strokes does 周 have?

周 has 8 strokes.