Spouse in Japanese

"spouse" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "spouse". The most common choice is shown first.

配

Top pick

distribute, spouse, exile, rationing

Reading: hai

10 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of wine and self. Distributing wine to self.

What it carries

Delivery, distribution, arrangement. Represents distributing.

Related kanji for "spouse"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for spouse?

The most common kanji for "spouse" is 配, read as hai. It means distribute, spouse, exile. Related kanji: 妻 (spouse).

How many strokes does 配 have?

配 has 10 strokes.