Read in Japanese
"read" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "read". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
読 is to read. 訓 is a reading in the sense of how a character is pronounced — the kun of kun'yomi. English uses read for the act and for the pronunciation; Japanese keeps them apart.
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Top pick
read
Reading: doku
14 strokes · wisdom
Where it comes from
Composed of '言' (words) and '売' (sell). Trading words - deciphering.
What it carries
Reading, understanding, interpretation. Represents basic act of acquiring knowledge.
Related kanji for "read"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for read?
The most common kanji for "read" is 読, read as doku. It means read. Related kanji: 訓 (read).
How many strokes does 読 have?
読 has 14 strokes.