Eyes in Japanese

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

目つき

metsuki

目eye, class+つnot in this dictionary+きnot in this dictionary

Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.

Top pick

precipitous, inaccessible place, impregnable position, steep place, sharp eyes

Reading: ken

11 strokes

Where it comes from

Composed of hill and all. Steep hill.

What it carries

Danger, threatening, insurance. Represents steepness.

Frequently asked questions

The most common kanji for "eyes" is 険, read as ken. It means precipitous, inaccessible place, impregnable position. Related kanji: .

険 has 11 strokes.