Kanji for "Melancholy"
2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "melancholy". The most popular choice is shown first.
憂View details →
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melancholy, grieve, lament, be anxious, sad, unhappy
Reading: yuu
15 strokes · peaceful, dark, spiritual
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for melancholy?
The most common kanji for "melancholy" is 憂, read as yuu. It means melancholy, grieve, lament. Related kanji: 鬱 (melancholy).
How many strokes does 憂 have?
憂 has 15 strokes.