Show in Japanese
"show" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "show". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
show, indicate, point out, express, display
Reading: ji
5 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape of altar for offerings to gods. Showing.
What it carries
Display, instruction, deity. Represents sacred and showing.
Related kanji for "show"
show symptoms of(also: sprout, bud, malt)
hou
Composed of grass and bright. Bright grass.
show resentment(also: grudge, be jealous)
en
Composed of bend and heart. Crooked heart.
show a liking for(also: delicious, relish, purport)
shi · powerful
Composed of spoon and sun. Tasting with mouth.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for show?
The most common kanji for "show" is 示, read as ji. It means show, indicate, point out. Related kanji: 萌 (show symptoms of), 怨 (show resentment), 旨 (show a liking for).
How many strokes does 示 have?
示 has 5 strokes.