Early in Japanese
"early" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "early". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
early, fast
Reading: sou
6 strokes · dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of sun and ten. Before sun fully rises.
What it carries
Early morning, immediately, early stage. Represents advancement in time.
Related kanji for "early"
early
kin
Composed of advance (辶) and axe (斤). Within reach of an axe.
early
shin
Combines 'sun' (日) with 'hour' (辰), representing early morning when the sun rises.
early night(also: wee hours, evening)
shou · mysterious, dark
Composed of roof and resemble. Night resembling at house.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for early?
The most common kanji for "early" is 早, read as sou. It means early, fast. Related kanji: 近 (early), 晨 (early), 宵 (early night).
How many strokes does 早 have?
早 has 6 strokes.