Constrict in Japanese
"constrict" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "constrict". The most common choice is shown first.
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strangle, constrict, wring
Reading: kou
12 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of thread and cross. Wringing crossed thread.
What it carries
Wring, squeeze, strangle. Represents squeezing.
Related kanji for "constrict"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for constrict?
The most common kanji for "constrict" is 絞, read as kou. It means strangle, constrict, wring. Related kanji: 括 (constrict).
How many strokes does 絞 have?
絞 has 12 strokes.