Hole in Japanese
"hole" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
穴
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3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "hole". The most common choice is shown first.
穴View details →
Top pick
hole, aperture, slit, cave, den
Reading: ketsu
5 strokes
Where it comes from
Pictograph of hole.
What it carries
Hole, cave, space. Represents open space.
Related kanji for "hole"
坑Details →孔Details →
hole
kou
Composed of earth and high. Hole in earth.
hole
kou
Composed of child and hook. Hole of child.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for hole?
The most common kanji for "hole" is 穴, read as ketsu. It means hole, aperture, slit. Related kanji: 坑 (hole), 孔 (hole).
How many strokes does 穴 have?
穴 has 5 strokes.