Embrace in Japanese

"embrace" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

抱擁

hoyo

抱embrace, hug+擁hug, embrace

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "embrace". The most common choice is shown first.

抱

Top pick

embrace, hug, hold in arms

Reading: hou

8 strokes · dynamic

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Where it comes from

Composed of hand and wrap. Embracing with hand.

What it carries

Embrace, hug, aspiration. Represents embracing.

Related kanji for "embrace"

擁

embrace

you · peaceful, wisdom

Combines 'hand' (扌) with 'embrace' (雍), depicting holding something in both arms. Carries meanings of support and protection.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for embrace?

The most common kanji for "embrace" is 抱, read as hou. It means embrace, hug, hold in arms. Related kanji: 擁 (embrace).

How many strokes does 抱 have?

抱 has 8 strokes.