Reverse in Japanese

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

逆

gyaku

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

逆

Top pick

inverted, reverse, opposite, wicked

Reading: gyaku

9 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of advance and oppose. Advancing against.

What it carries

Reversal, adversity, opposite. Represents opposite of normal.

Related kanji for "reverse"

裏

reverse

ri

Combines 'clothing' (衤) with 'village' (里), representing the inside of clothes or back of things. Means the opposite of front, hidden parts.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for reverse?

The most common kanji for "reverse" is 逆, read as gyaku. It means inverted, reverse, opposite. Related kanji: 裏 (reverse).

How many strokes does 逆 have?

逆 has 9 strokes.