Friendship in Japanese
"friendship" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "friendship". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
友情 (yūjō) is friendship as a feeling, written 友 friend and 情 emotion. 誼 is the tie of friendship as an obligation — a connection you honour. 交 is the act of associating. English uses friendship for the feeling and the relationship alike.
Top pick
friendship, intimacy
Reading: gi
15 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Composed of words and suitable. Making things good with words.
What it carries
Friendship, intimacy, trust. Represents friendship and bond.
Related kanji for "friendship"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for friendship?
The most common kanji for "friendship" is 誼, read as gi. It means friendship, intimacy. Related kanji: 交 (friendship).
How many strokes does 誼 have?
誼 has 15 strokes.