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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 "Usui," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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臼 means "mortar, millstone."
Mortar - A tool used to grind or crush grains such as rice.
Grinding - To grind or crush with a mortar.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
薄 means "thin, light, diluted, weak."
Thin - Having little thickness or depth.
Light - Having little weight or mass.
Faint - Not strong or intense.
Scarce - Not plentiful
Dilute - Having a low concentration.
Humiliate - To make someone feel ashamed or embarrassed.
Fade - To become weaker or less intense.
Wane - To become gradually less.
Approach - To come near or nearer.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
碓 means "pestle, mortar."
Mortar - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials.
Pestle - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet.
Millstone - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet or water power.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
碓 means "pestle, mortar."
Mortar - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials.
Pestle - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet.
Millstone - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet or water power.
氷 means "ice."
To Freeze - This refers to the process of a liquid turning into a solid due to a decrease in temperature.
Ice - This refers to the solid form of water that is found naturally in the environment.
Pure White - This refers to something that is completely white and free from any dirt or impurities.
Easily Melting - This refers to something that melts quickly when exposed to heat.
臼 means "mortar, millstone."
Mortar - A tool used to grind or crush grains such as rice.
Grinding - To grind or crush with a mortar.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
笛 means "flute, whistle, pipe."
Flute - A musical instrument made of a tube with holes that is blown to produce sound.
Wind Instrument - A general term for instruments that are blown to produce sound.
吹 means "blow, puff, breathe."
Blow - To exhale air through the mouth with the lips pursed.
Play An Instrument - To make music by blowing into a musical instrument.
Wind Instrument - A musical instrument that is played by blowing into it.
Blow And Melt Metal - To blow and melt metal in order to process it.
旧 means "old, former, ex."
Old - Describes something that is no longer new or in its original condition.
Past - Describes something that happened in the past.
Former - Describes something that was in existence before.
Ancient - Describes something that is very old.
Antiquated - Describes something that is outdated or obsolete.
Long Standing - Describes something that has been around for a long time.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
磨 means "polish, brush, grind."
Grind - To reduce something to small particles by crushing it with an abrasive surface.
Pull - To apply force to something in order to move it in a particular direction.
Rub - To move one's hand or an object over a surface with pressure.
Polish - To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it with an abrasive material.
Diligence - To be hardworking and persistent in one's efforts.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
宇 means "space, universe."
Roof, House - A roof or house, representing a home and shelter.
Universe - The universe, representing the world and all that is in it.
Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit or intelligence, representing a person's capacity for thought and understanding.
吹 means "blow, puff, breathe."
Blow - To exhale air through the mouth with the lips pursed.
Play An Instrument - To make music by blowing into a musical instrument.
Wind Instrument - A musical instrument that is played by blowing into it.
Blow And Melt Metal - To blow and melt metal in order to process it.
碓 means "pestle, mortar."
Mortar - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials.
Pestle - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet.
Millstone - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet or water power.
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
雨 means "rain, precipitation."
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
宇 means "space, universe."
Roof, House - A roof or house, representing a home and shelter.
Universe - The universe, representing the world and all that is in it.
Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit or intelligence, representing a person's capacity for thought and understanding.
須 means "must, necessary, required."
Necessary - Required or essential.
Use - To use or employ something.
Request - To ask for something.
Wait - To remain in a state of expectation.
Await - To wait for something to happen.
Anticipate - To look forward to something.
Awhile - For a short period of time.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
有 means "existence, possession, having."
Exist - To be present or in a certain place.
Possess - To have or own something.
Maintain - To keep something in a certain state or condition.
Furthermore - In addition
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
薄 means "thin, light, diluted, weak."
Thin - Having little thickness or depth.
Light - Having little weight or mass.
Faint - Not strong or intense.
Scarce - Not plentiful
Dilute - Having a low concentration.
Humiliate - To make someone feel ashamed or embarrassed.
Fade - To become weaker or less intense.
Wane - To become gradually less.
Approach - To come near or nearer.
臼 means "mortar, millstone."
Mortar - A tool used to grind or crush grains such as rice.
Grinding - To grind or crush with a mortar.
意 means "meaning, intention, idea."
Heart - A feeling of deep emotion or strong affection.
Thought - A mental process of considering or reasoning about something.
Intention - A plan or purpose to do something.
Meaning - The significance or importance of something.
Interpretation - The act of understanding or explaining the meaning of something.
Consideration - The act of carefully thinking about something.
簿 means "ledger, register, bookkeeping."
Ledger, Account Book - A book used to record financial transactions.
Ruler - A tool used to measure length.
Procession Of The Emperor - A procession of the Emperor in traditional Japanese culture.
Bamboo Blinds - A thin bamboo screen used as a window covering.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
碓 means "pestle, mortar."
Mortar - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials.
Pestle - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet.
Millstone - A tool used to grind and crush grains and other materials with the feet or water power.
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
薄 means "thin, light, diluted, weak."
Thin - Having little thickness or depth.
Light - Having little weight or mass.
Faint - Not strong or intense.
Scarce - Not plentiful
Dilute - Having a low concentration.
Humiliate - To make someone feel ashamed or embarrassed.
Fade - To become weaker or less intense.
Wane - To become gradually less.
Approach - To come near or nearer.
衣 means "clothing, garment."
甘 means "sweet, sugary, gentle, lenient."
Sweet - Having a pleasant taste, usually referring to a sugary flavor.
Mild - Not strong or intense, gentle.
Loose - Not firmly or tightly fixed in place, not held securely.
Lenient - Not strict or severe, tolerant.
Dull - Not sharp or clear, not bright or intense.
Yielding - Giving way to pressure, compliant.
Satisfied - Feeling contented or pleased with a situation.
Pleasing - Giving pleasure or satisfaction, enjoyable.
Tasteful - Having a pleasant or attractive flavor.
Pleasant - Giving pleasure or contentment, agreeable.
Sweetening - Making something sweeter or more pleasant.
Delicious - Having a very pleasant taste.
Appealing - Attractive or interesting, inviting.
Milder - Not as strong or intense, less severe.
Insufficient - Not enough, inadequate.
Lax - Not strict or thorough, careless.
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
宇 means "space, universe."
Roof, House - A roof or house, representing a home and shelter.
Universe - The universe, representing the world and all that is in it.
Spirit, Intelligence - Spirit or intelligence, representing a person's capacity for thought and understanding.
水 means "water, fluid, liquid."
Water - A transparent liquid.
Rivers, swamps, lakes, and seas.
Drawing water and doing water work.
One of the five elements, north in direction, and black in color.
Wednesday, one of the seven days of the week.
Obstruction and hindrance. e.g. blocking water.
確 means "certain, sure, definite."
Certain, True, Correct, Accurate, Reliable - This means that something is without doubt or error.
Firm, Solid, Stable - This means that something is strong and unmovable.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
臼 means "mortar, millstone."
Mortar - A tool used to grind or crush grains such as rice.
Grinding - To grind or crush with a mortar.
射 means "shoot, fire, aim."
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