Winter in Japanese
"winter" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
冬
fuyu
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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winter
Reading: tou
5 strokes · powerful, nature
Where it comes from
Shape of ice hanging down. Cold season.
What it carries
Winter, hibernation, severe winter. Represents cold and silence.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for winter?
The most common kanji for "winter" is 冬, read as tou. It means winter. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 冬 have?
冬 has 5 strokes.