Silence in Japanese
"silence" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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silence, become silent, stop speaking, leave as is
Reading: moku
15 strokes · powerful, peaceful, wisdom
Where it comes from
Composed of black and dog. Black dog.
What it carries
Silence, be silent, wordless. Represents silence.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for silence?
The most common kanji for "silence" is 黙, read as moku. It means silence, become silent, stop speaking. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 黙 have?
黙 has 15 strokes.