Excuse in Japanese

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

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

免

Top pick

excuse, dismissal

Reading: men

8 strokes

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Where it comes from

Shape of woman giving birth. Escape.

What it carries

Exemption, license, escape. Represents escaping.

Related kanji for "excuse"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for excuse?

The most common kanji for "excuse" is 免, read as men. It means excuse, dismissal. Related kanji: 恕 (excuse).

How many strokes does 免 have?

免 has 8 strokes.