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Chanosaku(ちゃんおさく)
Akkun(あっくん)
Sakkun(さっくん)![]()
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. The more variations of kanji a name has, the more common it is in Japan. Conversely, a name with very few kanji variations is considered unique and rare. Below are the kanji variations for "Chousaku," ranked by the total number of "Good!" votes.
兆 means "trillion, sign, omen."
Sign, Omen - A sign or omen that something is about to happen.
Fortune Telling - The practice of predicting the future through divination.
Number - A unit of measurement equal to one millionth of a billion.
作 means "make, create, produce."
Accomplish, Achieve - To do or accomplish something.
Work, Product - Something that has been created or produced.
Quality, Achievement - The quality or achievement of something that has been created or produced.
Create, Make - To create something new and unique, or to make something special.
Accomplish, Achieve - To accomplish something great or to achieve something remarkable.
Establish, Set Up - To establish something meaningful or to set up something lasting.
Behaviour, Action - To take action that is noble and honourable.
Quality, Achievement - To strive for excellence and to achieve greatness.
兆 means "trillion, sign, omen."
Sign, Omen - A sign or omen that something is about to happen.
Fortune Telling - The practice of predicting the future through divination.
Number - A unit of measurement equal to one millionth of a billion.
策 means "plan, policy, scheme."
Plan - A scheme or strategy for achieving a goal.
Tag - A piece of paper or bamboo used to record characters in an era without paper.
Whip - A tool used to hit horses or people.
Royal Edict - A document used to convey orders from the king.
Cane - A stick used for support or as a weapon.
Calligraphy - One of the eight principles of calligraphy, which is a stroke that goes up diagonally to the right.
Plan - A reminder to the child to always have a plan and strive to achieve their goals.
Tag - A reminder to the child to always remember their identity and stay true to themselves.
Whip - A reminder to the child to stay disciplined and stay focused on their goals.
Royal Edict - A reminder to the child to always respect authority and follow the rules.
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
Dawn - This is a symbolic name that represents the start of a new day and a new beginning. It is also a reminder of the beauty of the sunrise and the hope that comes with it.
Tomorrow - This kanji is a reminder of the promise of a better future and the hope that comes with it. It is also a reminder of the importance of looking ahead and planning for the future.
Sun - This kanji is a reminder of the power of the sun and its ability to bring light and warmth to the world. It is also a reminder of the importance of taking care of the environment and the planet.
Court - This kanji is a reminder of the importance of justice and fairness. It is also a reminder of the importance of respecting authority and following the law.
Reign - This kanji is a reminder of the power of leadership and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. It is also a reminder of the importance of making wise decisions and leading with integrity.
作 means "make, create, produce."
Accomplish, Achieve - To do or accomplish something.
Work, Product - Something that has been created or produced.
Quality, Achievement - The quality or achievement of something that has been created or produced.
Create, Make - To create something new and unique, or to make something special.
Accomplish, Achieve - To accomplish something great or to achieve something remarkable.
Establish, Set Up - To establish something meaningful or to set up something lasting.
Behaviour, Action - To take action that is noble and honourable.
Quality, Achievement - To strive for excellence and to achieve greatness.
朝 means "morning, dawn."
Morning - The period of time from when the sun rises until a short while afterwards.
Court - The place where the emperor conducts politics.
Attendance - To be present in the court and be seen by the emperor.
Reign - The period of time when one emperor ruled. Also, the era when a monarch of the same lineage ruled.
Dawn - This is a symbolic name that represents the start of a new day and a new beginning. It is also a reminder of the beauty of the sunrise and the hope that comes with it.
Tomorrow - This kanji is a reminder of the promise of a better future and the hope that comes with it. It is also a reminder of the importance of looking ahead and planning for the future.
Sun - This kanji is a reminder of the power of the sun and its ability to bring light and warmth to the world. It is also a reminder of the importance of taking care of the environment and the planet.
Court - This kanji is a reminder of the importance of justice and fairness. It is also a reminder of the importance of respecting authority and following the law.
Reign - This kanji is a reminder of the power of leadership and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. It is also a reminder of the importance of making wise decisions and leading with integrity.
策 means "plan, policy, scheme."
Plan - A scheme or strategy for achieving a goal.
Tag - A piece of paper or bamboo used to record characters in an era without paper.
Whip - A tool used to hit horses or people.
Royal Edict - A document used to convey orders from the king.
Cane - A stick used for support or as a weapon.
Calligraphy - One of the eight principles of calligraphy, which is a stroke that goes up diagonally to the right.
Plan - A reminder to the child to always have a plan and strive to achieve their goals.
Tag - A reminder to the child to always remember their identity and stay true to themselves.
Whip - A reminder to the child to stay disciplined and stay focused on their goals.
Royal Edict - A reminder to the child to always respect authority and follow the rules.
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
作 means "make, create, produce."
Accomplish, Achieve - To do or accomplish something.
Work, Product - Something that has been created or produced.
Quality, Achievement - The quality or achievement of something that has been created or produced.
Create, Make - To create something new and unique, or to make something special.
Accomplish, Achieve - To accomplish something great or to achieve something remarkable.
Establish, Set Up - To establish something meaningful or to set up something lasting.
Behaviour, Action - To take action that is noble and honourable.
Quality, Achievement - To strive for excellence and to achieve greatness.
長 means "long, leader, chief."
Long - Time, distance, size, length, etc.
Leader - Someone in charge.
Elderly - Older person.
Superior - Outstanding.
Excess - Unnecessary.
策 means "plan, policy, scheme."
Plan - A scheme or strategy for achieving a goal.
Tag - A piece of paper or bamboo used to record characters in an era without paper.
Whip - A tool used to hit horses or people.
Royal Edict - A document used to convey orders from the king.
Cane - A stick used for support or as a weapon.
Calligraphy - One of the eight principles of calligraphy, which is a stroke that goes up diagonally to the right.
Plan - A reminder to the child to always have a plan and strive to achieve their goals.
Tag - A reminder to the child to always remember their identity and stay true to themselves.
Whip - A reminder to the child to stay disciplined and stay focused on their goals.
Royal Edict - A reminder to the child to always respect authority and follow the rules.
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What is Hiragana?
Hiragana is one of the two Japanese syllabaries. Each character represents a sound (mora), not a meaning. It is used for native words, grammatical particles, verb/adjective endings (okurigana), and to show pronunciation above kanji (furigana). It developed from cursive forms of kanji.
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What are English Syllables?
A syllable is a unit of pronunciation in English — it’s the beat you hear when you say a word.
Here are a few quick examples:
cat = 1 syllable
ba-by = 2 syllables
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On this site, English Syllables show how a name naturally breaks into sounds when spoken in English. This helps you understand how English speakers naturally say the name and where they pause between sounds.
What are Japanese Morae?
A mora (plural: morae, Japanese: 拍 Haku) is the basic unit of sound in Japanese — think of it as one rhythmic “beat” when speaking.
Here are a few quick examples:
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あい (a-i) = 2 morae
きょう (kyo-u) = 2 morae
On this site, Japanese Morae show how many “beats” a name has in Japanese. Most Japanese names have about 2–4 morae, which affects how natural and rhythmic the name sounds to native speakers.
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Japanese-Style Nicknames
In Japan, nicknames are used to express familiarity and affection. Typical features include:
Shortened forms: Names are often shortened for closeness, e.g., “Yuki” from “Yukiko” or “Taka” from “Takashi”.
Suffixes: Terms like “-chan” (often for girls, also for young children) and “-kun” (often for boys) are used among family and close friends. Among very close adults, “-chan” may still be used. More details
Use & context: Nicknames are informal—common among friends, family, or close colleagues—and are not suitable for formal or professional settings. Their use implies a certain degree of intimacy.
Long vowels: The long vowel mark “chōonpu” (ー) extends the preceding vowel. For example, “あーちゃん” (A-chan) lengthens the “あ” sound.
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