Mail in Japanese
"mail" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
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fumi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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mail, stagecoach stop
Reading: yuu
11 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'village' (阝) with 'transmit' (垂), representing the relay system for delivering items between villages. Origin of modern postal service terminology.
What it carries
Symbolizes communication, connection, and exchange with distant places. Represents infrastructure of civilization that connects people.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for mail?
The most common kanji for "mail" is 郵, read as yuu. It means mail, stagecoach stop. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 郵 have?
郵 has 11 strokes.