Poems in Japanese
"poems" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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neck, counter for songs and poems
Reading: shu
9 strokes · beautiful
Where it comes from
Pictograph depicting a neck/head.
What it carries
Neck, first place, prime minister. Represents most important part.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for poems?
The most common kanji for "poems" is 首, read as shu. It means neck, counter for songs and poems. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 首 have?
首 has 9 strokes.