Sit in Japanese
"sit" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "sit". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
spread, pave, sit, promulgate
Reading: fu
15 strokes · wisdom, dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of spread and strike. Spreading with strike.
What it carries
Spread, site, mansion. Represents spreading.
Related kanji for "sit"
sit
za · nature
Composed of roof and sit. Place to sit.
sit up late(also: grow late, night watch, of course)
kou · mysterious, dark
Composed of third and strike. Striking to change.
sit down(also: set, lay a foundation, install)
kyo
Composed of hand and reside. Setting with hand.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for sit?
The most common kanji for "sit" is 敷, read as fu. It means spread, pave, sit. Related kanji: 座 (sit), 更 (sit up late), 据 (sit down).
How many strokes does 敷 have?
敷 has 15 strokes.