What does the kanji 由 mean?

The kanji 由 (yoshi) means "wherefore, a reason". It is a JLPT N3 character.

What kanji is "yoshi"?

"yoshi" is written with the kanji 由, meaning "wherefore, a reason". Its readings are onyomi (Chinese-derived) ゆ (yu), ゆう (yū), kunyomi (native Japanese) よし (yoshi), よる (yoru). It is a JLPT N3 character.

How do you write the kanji 由?

Write 由 ("wherefore") by following the correct stroke order. Use the interactive, step-by-step stroke order animation on this page to practise each stroke in sequence and build muscle memory.