Mother in Japanese
"mother" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
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Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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mother
Reading: bo
5 strokes
Where it comes from
Pictograph depicting female breasts. One who nurtures children.
What it carries
Mother, origin, nurturing. Fundamental existence like 'Mother Earth'.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for mother?
The most common kanji for "mother" is 母, read as bo. It means mother. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 母 have?
母 has 5 strokes.