Five in Japanese
"five" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
五
go
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "five". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
五 is five. 伍 is the formal form used on cheques, where 五 could be altered. 五 appears in many set phrases — 五十音 is the Japanese syllabary, fifty sounds.
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Top pick
five
Reading: go
4 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape connecting heaven and earth. Fundamental number in Five Elements philosophy.
What it carries
Harmony, five senses, five elements. Represents balance and completeness.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for five?
The most common kanji for "five" is 五, read as go. It means five. Related kanji: 伍 (five).
How many strokes does 五 have?
五 has 4 strokes.