Game in Japanese

"game" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "game". The most common choice is shown first.

猟

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game-hunting, shooting, game, bag

Reading: ryou

11 strokes

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Where it comes from

Combines 'dog' (犭) with 'chase prey' (巤), representing hunting using dogs to pursue game.

What it carries

Symbolizes hunting, pursuit, and acquisition. Represents confrontation with the wild and instinctive behavior pursuing goals.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for game?

The most common kanji for "game" is 猟, read as ryou. It means game-hunting, shooting, game. Related kanji: 回 (game).

How many strokes does 猟 have?

猟 has 11 strokes.