Kanji for "Spine"

3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "spine". The most popular choice is shown first.

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chinquapin, mallet, spine

Reading: tsui

12 strokes · spiritual, dynamic

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for spine?

The most common kanji for "spine" is 椎, read as tsui. It means chinquapin, mallet, spine. Related kanji: 呂 (spine), 脊 (spine).

How many strokes does 椎 have?

椎 has 12 strokes.