Soup in Japanese
"soup" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
汁
shiru
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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soup, juice, broth, sap, gravy, pus
Reading: juu
5 strokes · nature
Where it comes from
Composed of water and ten. Sufficient water.
What it carries
Soup, miso soup, juice. Represents liquid.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for soup?
The most common kanji for "soup" is 汁, read as juu. It means soup, juice, broth. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 汁 have?
汁 has 5 strokes.