Zero in Japanese
"zero" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
零
rei
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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zero, spill, overflow, nothing, cipher
Reading: rei
13 strokes · dynamic
Where it comes from
Combines 'rain' (雨) with '令,' from fine rain falling. Means to fall in drops and zero.
What it carries
Symbolizes zero, disappearance, and fine things. Represents nothingness and scattering into small pieces.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for zero?
The most common kanji for "zero" is 零, read as rei. It means zero, spill, overflow. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 零 have?
零 has 13 strokes.