Current in Japanese
"current" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "current". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
current, a sink, flow, forfeit
Reading: ryuu
10 strokes · dark, dynamic
Where it comes from
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'flow' (㐬), depicting water flowing in a river. Means movement, change, and lineage.
What it carries
Symbolizes flow, change, and passage of time. Represents the essence of life and culture that keeps changing without stopping.
Related kanji for "current"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for current?
The most common kanji for "current" is 流, read as ryuu. It means current, a sink, flow. Related kanji: 瀬 (current).
How many strokes does 流 have?
流 has 10 strokes.