Father in Japanese
"father" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
父
chichi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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father
Reading: fu
4 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape of person holding a stick. One who guides the family.
What it carries
Father, authority, protection. Central role in patriarchal system.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for father?
The most common kanji for "father" is 父, read as fu. It means father. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 父 have?
父 has 4 strokes.