Thunder in Japanese
"thunder" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
雷
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Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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thunder, lightning bolt
Reading: rai
13 strokes · powerful, nature
Where it comes from
Composed of rain and field. Roaring sound under rain clouds.
What it carries
Thunder, power, divine wrath. Represents natural force and awe.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for thunder?
The most common kanji for "thunder" is 雷, read as rai. It means thunder, lightning bolt. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 雷 have?
雷 has 13 strokes.