Eight in Japanese
"eight" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
八
hachi
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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eight, eight radical (no. 12)
Reading: hachi
2 strokes
Where it comes from
Shape of dividing something in two. Opening to both sides.
What it carries
Spreading prosperity, good fortune. Eight is an auspicious number.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for eight?
The most common kanji for "eight" is 八, read as hachi. It means eight, eight radical (no. 12). Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 八 have?
八 has 2 strokes.