Elder Brother in Japanese
"elder brother" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "elder brother". The most common choice is shown first.
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elder brother, big brother
Reading: kei
5 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of mouth and person. Elder who commands with words.
What it carries
Elder brother, senior, honorific. Reflects Confucian hierarchy.
Related kanji for "elder brother"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for elder brother?
The most common kanji for "elder brother" is 兄, read as kei. It means elder brother, big brother. Related kanji: 昆 (elder brother).
How many strokes does 兄 have?
兄 has 5 strokes.