Kanji for "Embrace"

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "embrace". The most popular choice is shown first.

抱

Top pick

embrace, hug, hold in arms

Reading: hou

8 strokes · dynamic

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Related kanji for "embrace"

擁

embrace

you · peaceful, wisdom

16 strokes

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for embrace?

The most common kanji for "embrace" is 抱, read as hou. It means embrace, hug, hold in arms. Related kanji: 擁 (embrace).

How many strokes does 抱 have?

抱 has 8 strokes.