Write in Japanese
"write" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "write". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
書 is to write, and also writing and books. 描 is to draw or depict — writing a picture rather than words. 著 is to author, to write a work. 記 is to record. Japanese separates writing marks, drawing images, authoring works and keeping records.
Top pick
write
Reading: sho
10 strokes · wisdom
Where it comes from
Composed of '聿' (brush) and '者'. Writing with a brush.
What it carries
Record, literature, calligraphy. Represents transmission of knowledge and art.
Related kanji for "write"
write
byou · beautiful, wisdom
Composed of hand and seedling. Drawing seedling with hand.
write
cho · wisdom, dynamic
Composed of grass and person. Person of grass.
write
ki
Composed of words and self. Recording self with words.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for write?
The most common kanji for "write" is 書, read as sho. It means write. Related kanji: 描 (write), 著 (write), 記 (write).
How many strokes does 書 have?
書 has 10 strokes.