Selfish in Japanese
"selfish" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "selfish". The most common choice is shown first.
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Top pick
selfish, arbitrary
Reading: shi
10 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Combines 'whatever' (次) with 'heart' (心), representing acting as the heart desires—selfishly.
What it carries
Symbolizes willfulness, arbitrariness, and indulgence. Represents acting on desires without restraint.
Related kanji for "selfish"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for selfish?
The most common kanji for "selfish" is 恣, read as shi. It means selfish, arbitrary. Related kanji: 我 (selfish).
How many strokes does 恣 have?
恣 has 10 strokes.