Kanji for "Cruel"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "cruel". The most popular choice is shown first.
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cruel, severe, atrocious, unjust
Reading: koku
14 strokes
Related kanji for "cruel"
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for cruel?
The most common kanji for "cruel" is 酷, read as koku. It means cruel, severe, atrocious. Related kanji: 辣 (cruel).
How many strokes does 酷 have?
酷 has 14 strokes.