Shining in Japanese
"shining" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
昭
shou
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "shining". The most common choice is shown first.
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shining, bright
Reading: shou
9 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of sun and summon. Sun summoning brightness.
What it carries
Showa era, clear, obvious. Represents clarity.
Related kanji for "shining"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for shining?
The most common kanji for "shining" is 昭, read as shou. It means shining, bright. Related kanji: 麟 (shining).
How many strokes does 昭 have?
昭 has 9 strokes.