Rub in Japanese
"rub" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
揉む
momu
揉not in this dictionary+むnot in this dictionary
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "rub". The most common choice is shown first.
抹View details →
Top pick
rub, paint, erase
Reading: matsu
8 strokes · beautiful, dark
Where it comes from
Composed of hand and end. Erasing with hand.
What it carries
Erase, matcha, smear. Represents erasing.
Related kanji for "rub"
摩Details →擦Details →
rub
ma
Composed of hemp and hand. Rubbing hemp with hand.
rub
satsu
Composed of hand and examine. Rubbing with hand.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for rub?
The most common kanji for "rub" is 抹, read as matsu. It means rub, paint, erase. Related kanji: 摩 (rub), 擦 (rub).
How many strokes does 抹 have?
抹 has 8 strokes.