Mercy in Japanese

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

慈悲

jihi

慈mercy+悲grieve, sad

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "mercy". The most common choice is shown first.

慈

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mercy

Reading: ji

13 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of now and heart. Heart being affectionate.

What it carries

Mercy, affection, maternal. Represents deep love.

Related kanji for "mercy"

悲

mercy

hi · dark

Composed of not and heart. Heart of not.

Details →恵

mercy

kei · beautiful, peaceful

Composed of exclusive and heart. Focusing heart.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for mercy?

The most common kanji for "mercy" is 慈, read as ji. It means mercy. Related kanji: 悲 (mercy), 恵 (mercy).

How many strokes does 慈 have?

慈 has 13 strokes.