Shadow in Japanese
"shadow" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
影
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2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "shadow". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
影 is a shadow or a silhouette, and also a reflection — the shape a thing throws. 陰 is shade and the hidden side, the 陰 of 陰陽 (yin and yang). 影 is what you can see; 陰 is where the light does not reach.
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Top pick
shadow, silhouette, phantom
Reading: ei
15 strokes · dark, mysterious
Where it comes from
Composed of scenery and pattern. Shape created by light.
What it carries
Shadow, phantom, presence. Represents contrast of light and dark, hidden existence.
Related kanji for "shadow"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for shadow?
The most common kanji for "shadow" is 影, read as ei. It means shadow, silhouette, phantom. Related kanji: 陰 (shadow).
How many strokes does 影 have?
影 has 15 strokes.