Spine in Japanese
"spine" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "spine". The most common choice is shown first.
呂View details →
Top pick
spine, backbone
Reading: ro
7 strokes · dynamic
Where it comes from
A pictograph depicting connected vertebrae. From the spine shape, developed to mean musical scale 'ryo.'
What it carries
Symbolizes musical scales, harmony, and connection. Represents fundamental elements of music and things linking together.
Related kanji for "spine"
椎Details →脊Details →
spine
tsui · spiritual, dynamic
Composed of tree and bird. Bird tree.
spine
seki · dynamic
Composed of flesh and phonetic. Ridge of flesh.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for spine?
The most common kanji for "spine" is 呂, read as ro. It means spine, backbone. Related kanji: 椎 (spine), 脊 (spine).
How many strokes does 呂 have?
呂 has 7 strokes.