Faint in Japanese
"faint" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "faint". The most common choice is shown first.
淡View details →
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thin, faint, pale, fleeting
Reading: tan
11 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of water and flame. Water diluted by flame.
What it carries
Fresh water, light, plain. Represents lightness.
Related kanji for "faint"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for faint?
The most common kanji for "faint" is 淡, read as tan. It means thin, faint, pale. Related kanji: 幽 (faint).
How many strokes does 淡 have?
淡 has 11 strokes.