Fathom in Japanese
"fathom" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
測
soku
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "fathom". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
fathom, plan, scheme, measure
Reading: soku
12 strokes · wisdom
Where it comes from
Composed of water and rule. Measuring with water rule.
What it carries
Measurement, measure, survey. Represents measuring.
Related kanji for "fathom"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for fathom?
The most common kanji for "fathom" is 測, read as soku. It means fathom, plan, scheme. Related kanji: 尋 (fathom).
How many strokes does 測 have?
測 has 12 strokes.