Contain in Japanese
"contain" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "contain". The most common choice is shown first.
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contain, form, looks
Reading: you
10 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'roof' (宀) with 'valley/space' (谷), depicting spaciousness inside a house. Represents capacity, appearance, and form.
What it carries
Symbolizes appearance, tolerance, and acceptance. Represents outer beauty and the capacity to embrace others.
Related kanji for "contain"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for contain?
The most common kanji for "contain" is 容, read as you. It means contain, form, looks. Related kanji: 含 (contain).
How many strokes does 容 have?
容 has 10 strokes.