Turtle in Japanese
"turtle" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
亀
kame
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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tortoise, turtle
Reading: ki
11 strokes
Where it comes from
Pictograph of turtle.
What it carries
Longevity, immortality, divination. Represents long life and mystery.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for turtle?
The most common kanji for "turtle" is 亀, read as ki. It means tortoise, turtle. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 亀 have?
亀 has 11 strokes.