Govern in Japanese
"govern" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "govern". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
honorable, manipulate, govern
Reading: gyo
12 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of go and unload. Controlling horse.
What it carries
Before, control, honorific. Represents respect and control.
Related kanji for "govern"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for govern?
The most common kanji for "govern" is 御, read as gyo. It means honorable, manipulate, govern. Related kanji: 束 (govern).
How many strokes does 御 have?
御 has 12 strokes.