Selection in Japanese
"selection" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
選
sen
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "selection". The most common choice is shown first.
抄View details →
Top pick
extract, selection, summary, copy, spread thin
Reading: shou
7 strokes · wisdom, dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of hand and few. Taking a little by hand.
What it carries
Extract, excerpt, transcribe. Represents copying.
Related kanji for "selection"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for selection?
The most common kanji for "selection" is 抄, read as shou. It means extract, selection, summary. Related kanji: 詮 (selection).
How many strokes does 抄 have?
抄 has 7 strokes.