Heavy in Japanese
"heavy" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "heavy". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
heavy, important, esteem, respect, heap up, pile up, nest of boxes, -fold
Reading: juu
9 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape of person carrying heavy bag. Weight.
What it carries
Weight, importance, overlap. Represents physical and abstract heaviness.
Related kanji for "heavy"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for heavy?
The most common kanji for "heavy" is 重, read as juu. It means heavy, important, esteem. Related kanji: 厚 (heavy).
How many strokes does 重 have?
重 has 9 strokes.