Shift in Japanese
"shift" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
シフト
シフト
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2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "shift". The most common choice is shown first.
移View details →
Top pick
shift, move, change, drift, catch (cold, fire), pass into
Reading: i
11 strokes · dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of grain and many. Moving many grains.
What it carries
Move, migrate, transition. Represents changing place.
Related kanji for "shift"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for shift?
The most common kanji for "shift" is 移, read as i. It means shift, move, change. Related kanji: 動 (shift).
How many strokes does 移 have?
移 has 11 strokes.