Ice in Japanese
"ice" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
氷
koori
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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ice, frozen
Reading: hyou
5 strokes · nature, beautiful, mysterious
Where it comes from
Water with added dot. Frozen water.
What it carries
Cold, purity, stillness. Represents winter silence and calm of mind.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for ice?
The most common kanji for "ice" is 氷, read as hyou. It means ice, frozen. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 氷 have?
氷 has 5 strokes.