Split in Japanese
"split" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "split". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
split, rend, tear
Reading: retsu
12 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'clothing' (衤) with 'divide' (列), representing tearing cloth apart.
What it carries
Symbolizes splitting, destruction, and rupture. Represents violent change where something unified is torn apart.
Related kanji for "split"
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baku
Composed of fire and violent. Fire exploding violently.
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satsu · nature, dark
Composed of weapon, tree, and cross. Striking with weapon.
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katsu
Composed of harm and sword. Dividing with sword.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for split?
The most common kanji for "split" is 裂, read as retsu. It means split, rend, tear. Related kanji: 爆 (split), 殺 (split), 割 (split).
How many strokes does 裂 have?
裂 has 12 strokes.