Former in Japanese
"former" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "former". The most common choice is shown first.
旧View details →
Top pick
old times, old things, old friend, former, ex-
Reading: kyuu
5 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Simplified form of mortar. Old mortar.
What it carries
Old style, old friend, old. Represents former things.
Related kanji for "former"
甲Details →元Details →
former
kou · nature
Shape of turtle shell. First.
former time(also: beginning, origin)
gen
Shape emphasizing person's head. Beginning, origin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for former?
The most common kanji for "former" is 旧, read as kyuu. It means old times, old things, old friend. Related kanji: 甲 (former), 元 (former time).
How many strokes does 旧 have?
旧 has 5 strokes.