Doctor in Japanese
"doctor" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
博
haku
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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doctor, medicine
Reading: i
7 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of box and arrow. Medical art of treating arrow wounds.
What it carries
Medicine, treatment, healing. Represents noble profession of saving lives.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for doctor?
The most common kanji for "doctor" is 医, read as i. It means doctor, medicine. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 医 have?
医 has 7 strokes.