You in Japanese
"you" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
君
kimi
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "you". The most common choice is shown first.
Which one to use
君 is you to someone close or below you — a friend, a junior. 貴 is honourable, and 貴方 is a formal you. Japanese avoids the word altogether where English requires it, using the person's name or nothing at all. Choosing a you in Japanese is choosing a relationship.
Top pick
mister, you, ruler, male name suffix
Reading: kun
7 strokes · mysterious, wisdom
Where it comes from
Composed of govern and mouth. One who governs.
What it carries
Monarch, gentleman, you. Represents respected person.
Related kanji for "you"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for you?
The most common kanji for "you" is 君, read as kun. It means mister, you, ruler. Related kanji: 貴 (you).
How many strokes does 君 have?
君 has 7 strokes.