Waves in Japanese

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

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

波

Top pick

waves, billows, Poland

Reading: ha

8 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of water and skin. Skin of water.

What it carries

Wave, radio wave, undulation. Represents wave.

Related kanji for "waves"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for waves?

The most common kanji for "waves" is 波, read as ha. It means waves, billows, Poland. Related kanji: 浪 (waves).

How many strokes does 波 have?

波 has 8 strokes.