Public in Japanese

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

巷

chimata

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "public". The most common choice is shown first.

公

Top pick

public, prince, official, governmental

Reading: kou

4 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of eight and private. Dividing private.

What it carries

Public, fair, open. Represents public.

Related kanji for "public"

世

public

sei

Three tens for thirty years. One generation.

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public chamber(also: hall)

dou

Composed of esteem and earth. Building on high foundation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for public?

The most common kanji for "public" is 公, read as kou. It means public, prince, official. Related kanji: 世 (public), 堂 (public chamber).

How many strokes does 公 have?

公 has 4 strokes.