Lineage in Japanese

"lineage" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

系

kei

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "lineage". The most common choice is shown first.

系

Top pick

lineage, system

Reading: kei

7 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of thread and ice. Connection of thread.

What it carries

System, lineage, series. Represents connection.

Related kanji for "lineage"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for lineage?

The most common kanji for "lineage" is 系, read as kei. It means lineage, system. Related kanji: 閥 (lineage).

How many strokes does 系 have?

系 has 7 strokes.