Extract in Japanese

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

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "extract". The most common choice is shown first.

抄

Top pick

extract, selection, summary, copy, spread thin

Reading: shou

7 strokes · wisdom, dynamic

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Where it comes from

Composed of hand and few. Taking a little by hand.

What it carries

Extract, excerpt, transcribe. Represents copying.

Related kanji for "extract"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for extract?

The most common kanji for "extract" is 抄, read as shou. It means extract, selection, summary. Related kanji: 抜 (extract), 抽 (extract).

How many strokes does 抄 have?

抄 has 7 strokes.