Proportion in Japanese

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

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "proportion". The most common choice is shown first.

割

Top pick

proportion, comparatively, divide, cut, separate, split

Reading: katsu

12 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of harm and sword. Dividing with sword.

What it carries

Division, ratio, role. Represents dividing.

Related kanji for "proportion"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for proportion?

The most common kanji for "proportion" is 割, read as katsu. It means proportion, comparatively, divide. Related kanji: 率 (proportion).

How many strokes does 割 have?

割 has 12 strokes.