Emulate in Japanese
"emulate" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "emulate". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
emulate, compete with, bid, sell at auction, bout, contest, race
Reading: kyou
20 strokes · dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of two stands and elder. Standing and competing with elder.
What it carries
Competition, sport, rivalry. Represents contending.
Related kanji for "emulate"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for emulate?
The most common kanji for "emulate" is 競, read as kyou. It means emulate, compete with, bid. Related kanji: 倣 (emulate).
How many strokes does 競 have?
競 has 20 strokes.