Sushi in Japanese
"sushi" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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grip, hold, mould sushi, bribe
Reading: aku
12 strokes
Where it comes from
Composed of hand and roof. Covering like roof with hand.
What it carries
Handshake, grasp, control. Represents possession and understanding.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for sushi?
The most common kanji for "sushi" is 握, read as aku. It means grip, hold, mould sushi. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 握 have?
握 has 12 strokes.