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This name is also used as a first name: Nukui
In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji variations for "Nukui," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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貫 means "pierce, penetrate, unit of weight."
To Penetrate - To pass through something.
To Continue - To persist or remain in a certain state.
Reasoning - A logical sequence of thoughts or ideas.
Household Registration - A system of registering individuals and their families in Japan.
Matter - A subject or situation under consideration.
To Learn - To gain knowledge or skill through study or experience.
To Draw A Bow - To pull back the string of a bow in order to shoot an arrow.
To Pull - To exert force on something in order to move it.
Unit Of Weight - A unit of measurement used to measure the weight of an object.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
温 means "warm, mild, gentle."
Warm, Warmth - Refers to something that is warm in temperature or feeling.
Calm, Peaceful - Refers to something that is peaceful and gentle.
Learn, Review - Refers to the process of learning or reviewing something.
Wrap, Envelop - Refers to the action of wrapping or enveloping something.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
抜 means "extract, pull out, omit, surpass."
To Extract, Pull Out - To remove something from a larger group or to take something out of a place.
To Break Through - To forcefully enter or pass through something.
To Overtake - To take control of something or to gain an advantage over someone.
To Omit - To leave something out or to not include something.
To Overlook - To fail to notice or pay attention to something important.
To Slip Up - To make a mistake due to carelessness or lack of attention.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
明 means "bright, clear, obvious."
Bright, Light - Refers to something that is illuminated by light, making it bright and clear.
Obvious - Something that is clear and easily understood.
Reveal - To make something known or clear.
Dawn - When the night ends and the day begins, when it becomes bright.
Next - Refers to the following day or year.
World - Refers to the current world.
日 means "sun, day, Japan."
抽 means "extract, select, isolate."
Extract, Draw Out - To remove or take out something from a larger group or whole.
Remove - To take away or get rid of something.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
湯 means "hot water, bath, hot spring."
Hot Water - Hot water that has been heated by adding heat to water.
Bath - A bathtub filled with hot water.
Decoction - A medicinal preparation made by boiling herbs in water.
Soup - A liquid food made by boiling or simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in stock or water.
Broth - A liquid made by boiling meat, fish, or vegetables in water.
King Of Yin - The name of the king who founded the Yin dynasty.
To Push - To move something with force.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
暖 means "warm, mild, gentle."
Warm - Having a temperature that is pleasantly high.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
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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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