Redemption in Japanese

"redemption" is written as one word in Japanese. No single kanji carries the meaning on its own.

The characters below are the ones most often used to write "redemption" and related ideas.

救

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salvation, save, help, rescue, reclaim

Reading: kyuu

11 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of seek and strike. Seeking and helping.

What it carries

Rescue, salvation, save. Represents helping.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for redemption?

The most common kanji for "redemption" is 救, read as kyuu. It means salvation, save, help. Related kanji: 済 (redemption), 贈 (redemption).

How many strokes does 救 have?

救 has 11 strokes.