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This name is also used as a first name: Wakai
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 "Wakai," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.
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若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
居 means "to be present, to reside, to stay."
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
別 means "separate, different, another."
Separate, Part - To separate or part from someone or something.
Branch Out - To divide or branch off in different directions.
Distinguish - To recognize or differentiate between two or more things.
Other - Something or someone that is different from the one already mentioned.
Especially - In a special or particular way.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
賀 means "congratulation, greeting."
Celebrate, Congratulate - To express joy and happiness for an event or accomplishment.
Praise - To express admiration and approval for someone or something.
Take On, Undertake - To accept responsibility for a task or obligation.
井 means "well, water hole, pit."
若 means "young, youth, young person."
Young And Fresh - This refers to something that is new and has not been around for a long time.
Young Master - This refers to a young boy from a high-ranking family.
Immature - This refers to something that is not yet fully developed.
New Generation - This refers to the new generation of people.
Hypothetically - This refers to a situation that is hypothetical or possible.
Auxiliary Character - This refers to a character used to describe something. e.g. 自若
海 means "ocean, sea."
Sea - A large body of water, usually salty, that covers much of the Earth's surface.
Sea God - A deity associated with the sea, often depicted as a powerful and benevolent figure.
Lake Or Pond - A large body of fresh water, usually surrounded by land.
Wide And Large - Describing something that is very broad and expansive.
Gathering Place - A place where many people or things come together.
和 means "harmony, peace, concord."
Respond - To react or answer in words.
Match, Coordinate - To make two or more things the same or in harmony.
Peaceful, Calm - A state of stillness where the wind has died down and the waves are calm.
Japan, Yamato - Refers to the country of Japan or the ancient Yamato dynasty.
貝 means "shell, shellfish."
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Katakana is also a Japanese syllabary. Basically, the characters don't have any meaning by themselves, they only represent the sounds.
Japanese try to express the words came from foreign languages with the most similar sounds in Japanese using Katakana.
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Japanese Style Nickname
In Japan, nicknames are commonly used to express familiarity and affection. Here are key features and contexts:
Shortened Forms: Names are often shortened for ease and intimacy, such as 'Yuki' from 'Yukiko' or 'Taka' from 'Takashi'.
Suffixes: Terms like 'chan' for girls and 'kun' for boys are added to names among close friends and family. However, 'chan' can also be used for boys during childhood. Additionally, among adults who are very close, like best friends, 'chan' may still be used to convey affection and familiarity. More Details
Usage and Cultural Aspects: Nicknames are typically used in informal settings among friends, family, or close colleagues, and are not suitable for formal or professional environments. The use of a nickname suggests a degree of intimacy and should reflect the nature of the relationship. Young people often demonstrate creativity in their social interactions by crafting unique nicknames.
Note: In Japanese, the long vowel sound is indicated by a special character called a "chōonpu" (長音符), which looks like a horizontal dash (ー). This character serves to extend the duration of the vowel sound immediately preceding it. For instance, in the name "あーちゃん" (A-chan), the "あ" (A) is extended, producing a prolonged "ah" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
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