Kanji for "Expect"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "expect". The most popular choice is shown first.
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ambition, full moon, hope, desire, aspire to, expect
Reading: bou
11 strokes · mysterious, nature
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for expect?
The most common kanji for "expect" is 望, read as bou. It means ambition, full moon, hope. Related kanji: 候 (expect).
How many strokes does 望 have?
望 has 11 strokes.