Variety in Japanese
"variety" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "variety". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
sort, kind, variety, class, genus
Reading: rui
18 strokes · peaceful
Where it comes from
Combines 'head' (頁) with 'dog' (犬) and 'rice' (米), representing grouping things with similar characteristics.
What it carries
Symbolizes kinds, classification, and similar beings. Represents companions connected by commonalities and orderly organization.
Related kanji for "variety"
variety
shu · peaceful, nature
Composed of grain and heavy. Heavy grain seeds.
similar variety of(also: adjusted, alike, equal)
sei
Shape of grain neatly lined. Being orderly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for variety?
The most common kanji for "variety" is 類, read as rui. It means sort, kind, variety. Related kanji: 種 (variety), 斉 (similar variety of).
How many strokes does 類 have?
類 has 18 strokes.