Cow in Japanese
"cow" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
牛
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2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "cow". The most common choice is shown first.
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cow
Reading: gyuu
4 strokes
Where it comes from
Pictograph of cow's head and horns.
What it carries
Cow, agriculture, patience. Symbol of diligence and strength in Japan.
Related kanji for "cow"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for cow?
The most common kanji for "cow" is 牛, read as gyuu. It means cow. Related kanji: 丑 (sign of the ox or cow).
How many strokes does 牛 have?
牛 has 4 strokes.