Dog in Japanese
"dog" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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dog
Reading: ken
4 strokes
Where it comes from
Pictograph depicting a dog.
What it carries
Dog, loyalty, guard dog. '犬' symbolizes faithfulness.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for dog?
The most common kanji for "dog" is 犬, read as ken. It means dog. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 犬 have?
犬 has 4 strokes.