Possess in Japanese
"possess" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "possess". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
possess, have, exist, happen, occur, approx
Reading: yuu
6 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape of holding meat in hand. Possessing.
What it carries
Existence, famous, possession. Represents being and having.
Related kanji for "possess"
possess
you · peaceful, wisdom
Combines 'hand' (扌) with 'embrace' (雍), depicting holding something in both arms. Carries meanings of support and protection.
possess
gu
Composed of eye and eight. Tool seen by eye.
possess
zou
Composed of grass and phonetic. Hiding with grass.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for possess?
The most common kanji for "possess" is 有, read as yuu. It means possess, have, exist. Related kanji: 擁 (possess), 具 (possess), 蔵 (possess).
How many strokes does 有 have?
有 has 6 strokes.