Cloud in Japanese
"cloud" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
雲
kumo
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "cloud". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
雲 is a cloud. 曇 is cloudy as a state of weather, built from 日 sun under 雲 cloud. One is the thing, the other the condition.
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Top pick
cloud
Reading: un
12 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Composed of rain and say. Cloud that speaks rain.
What it carries
Cloud, weather, change. Represents change in sky.
Related kanji for "cloud"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for cloud?
The most common kanji for "cloud" is 雲, read as un. It means cloud. Related kanji: 曇 (cloud).
How many strokes does 雲 have?
雲 has 12 strokes.