Kanji for "Thorn"

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "thorn". The most popular choice is shown first.

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thorn, pierce, stab, prick, sting, calling card

Reading: shi

8 strokes

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for thorn?

The most common kanji for "thorn" is 刺, read as shi. It means thorn, pierce, stab. Related kanji: 茨 (thorn).

How many strokes does 刺 have?

刺 has 8 strokes.