Darkness in Japanese
"darkness" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
闇
yami
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
暗View details →
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darkness, disappear, shade, informal, grow dark, be blinded
Reading: an
13 strokes · dark, elegant, dynamic
Where it comes from
Composed of sun (日) and sound (音). State where only sound remains, no sun.
What it carries
Darkness, gloom, implication. Also represents absence of knowledge or hope.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for darkness?
The most common kanji for "darkness" is 暗, read as an. It means darkness, disappear, shade. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 暗 have?
暗 has 13 strokes.