Kanji for "Generation"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "generation". The most popular choice is shown first.
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substitute, change, convert, replace, period, age, counter for decades of ages, eras, etc., generation, charge, rate, fee
Reading: dai
5 strokes · dynamic
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for generation?
The most common kanji for "generation" is 代, read as dai. It means substitute, change, convert. Related kanji: 世 (generation).
How many strokes does 代 have?
代 has 5 strokes.