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Hisa 比佐 – Japanese boy given name
Hisa (比佐) is read ひさ and has 2 syllables. It is mostly used for boys. Written as 比佐, the characters mean: compare + assistant. This reading can be written with at least 26 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 11 to 18 strokes in total.
How to write Hisa in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 比佐 | ひさ | compare + assistant | 11 |
| 飛早 | ひさ | fly + early | 15 |
| 火佐 | ひさ | fire + assistant | 11 |
| 飛左 | ひさ | fly + left | 14 |
| 日彩 | ひさ | day + coloring | 15 |
| 陽早 | ひさ | sunshine + early | 18 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Hisa
Hisa in different scripts
| Romaji | Hisa |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | ひさ |
| Katakana | ヒサ |
| Kanji (most common) | 比佐 |
Full name examples
- Hisa Yuki (Japanese order: 結城比佐, ゆうき ひさ)
- Hisa Kono (Japanese order: 河野比佐, こうの ひさ)
- Hisa Maki (Japanese order: 牧比佐, まき ひさ)
How to pronounce Hisa
Break it into 2 parts: hi · sa. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 2 sound units are written ひさ.
Questions about Hisa
What does Hisa mean in Japanese?
Hisa has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 比佐, combines these meanings: compare + assistant. Other spellings include 飛早 (fly + early), 火佐 (fire + assistant), 飛左 (fly + left).
How do you write Hisa in kanji?
The most common way is 比佐 (ひさ). It can also be written 飛早, 火佐, 飛左, 日彩, 陽早.
How do you write Hisa in katakana?
Hisa is ヒサ in katakana and ひさ in hiragana.
Is Hisa a boy or girl name?
Hisa is mostly used for boys.
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