Gift in Japanese
"gift" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
5 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "gift". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
gift, seriousness
Reading: shi
15 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'hold firmly' (執) with 'hand,' representing holding tight without letting go—earnest and sincere.
What it carries
Symbolizes sincerity, earnestness, and seriousness. Represents an honest attitude facing things head-on.
Related kanji for "gift"
gift
shi
Composed of shell and easy. Easily giving shell.
gift
kyuu
Composed of thread and combine. Giving by combining thread.
gift
hei
Composed of worn and cloth. Worn cloth.
gift
yo · beautiful, mysterious
Depicts two people holding something together, meaning to share and give. Appears in words like 'involvement' (関与) and 'participation' (参与).
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for gift?
The most common kanji for "gift" is 摯, read as shi. It means gift, seriousness. Related kanji: 賜 (gift), 給 (gift), 幣 (gift), 与 (gift).
How many strokes does 摯 have?
摯 has 15 strokes.