King in Japanese
"king" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
王
o
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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king, rule, magnate
Reading: ou
4 strokes · powerful, wisdom
Where it comes from
Vertical line connecting heaven, earth, and man. Ruler.
What it carries
King, rule, authority. Represents supreme power.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for king?
The most common kanji for "king" is 王, read as ou. It means king, rule, magnate. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 王 have?
王 has 4 strokes.