Narrow in Japanese
"narrow" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "narrow". The most common choice is shown first.
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cramped, narrow, contract, tight
Reading: kyou
9 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of dog and pinch. Narrow enough to pinch dog.
What it carries
Narrow, small-minded, cramped. Represents lack of width.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for narrow?
The most common kanji for "narrow" is 狭, read as kyou. It means cramped, narrow, contract. Related kanji: 細 (narrow).
How many strokes does 狭 have?
狭 has 9 strokes.