South in Japanese
"south" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
南
minami
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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south
Reading: nan
9 strokes
Where it comes from
Represents flourishing vegetation in the south. The warm direction.
What it carries
South, warmth, prosperity. Represents summer and fire in Five Elements.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for south?
The most common kanji for "south" is 南, read as nan. It means south. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 南 have?
南 has 9 strokes.