Gentleness in Japanese
"gentleness" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
柔
juu
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "gentleness". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
tender, weakness, gentleness, softness
Reading: juu
9 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Composed of spear and tree. Tree bending like spear.
What it carries
Judo, flexible, soft. Represents suppleness.
Related kanji for "gentleness"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for gentleness?
The most common kanji for "gentleness" is 柔, read as juu. It means tender, weakness, gentleness. Related kanji: 優 (gentleness).
How many strokes does 柔 have?
柔 has 9 strokes.