Slow in Japanese
"slow" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "slow". The most common choice is shown first.
遅View details →
Top pick
slow, late, back, later
Reading: chi
12 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of advance and rhinoceros. Slow like rhinoceros.
What it carries
Late, slow, delay. Represents slowness.
Related kanji for "slow"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for slow?
The most common kanji for "slow" is 遅, read as chi. It means slow, late, back. Related kanji: 鈍 (slow).
How many strokes does 遅 have?
遅 has 12 strokes.