Ratio in Japanese

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

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

率

Top pick

ratio, rate, proportion, %, factor, lead, spearhead, command

Reading: sotsu

11 strokes · powerful, wisdom

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Where it comes from

Combines 'thread' (玄) with '十', from gathering and pulling threads. Developed to mean leading and ratios.

What it carries

Symbolizes ratio, leadership, and straightforwardness. Represents numerical proportions and leading from the front.

Related kanji for "ratio"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for ratio?

The most common kanji for "ratio" is 率, read as sotsu. It means ratio, rate, proportion. Related kanji: 比 (ratio).

How many strokes does 率 have?

率 has 11 strokes.