Custom in Japanese
"custom" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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example, custom, usage, precedent
Reading: rei
8 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'person' (亻) with 'row' (列), representing one among many lined up—an example.
What it carries
Symbolizes examples, customs, and references. Represents learning from past cases and making them standards.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for custom?
The most common kanji for "custom" is 例, read as rei. It means example, custom, usage. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 例 have?
例 has 8 strokes.