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Susumu 進 – Japanese girl given name
Susumu (進) is read すすむ and has 3 syllables. It is mostly used for girls. Written as 進, the characters mean: advance. This reading can be written with at least 50 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 10 to 19 strokes in total.
About the name Susumu
Susumu (進) means to advance. A direct, classic male name.
How to write Susumu in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 進 | すすむ | advance | 11 |
| 晋 | すすむ | advance | 10 |
| 進武 | すすむ | advance + warrior | 19 |
| 進歩 | すすむ | advance + walk | 19 |
| 素住 | すすむ | elementary + dwell | 17 |
| 征夫 | すすむ | subjugate + husband | 12 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Susumu
Susumu in different scripts
| Romaji | Susumu |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | すすむ |
| Katakana | ススム |
| Kanji (most common) | 進 |
Full name examples
- Susumu Yuki (Japanese order: 結城進, ゆうき すすむ)
- Susumu Kono (Japanese order: 河野進, こうの すすむ)
- Susumu Maki (Japanese order: 牧進, まき すすむ)
How to pronounce Susumu
Break it into 3 parts: su · su · mu. Japanese has no stressed syllables like English, so say each part with the same length and the same weight. The 3 sound units are written すすむ.
Questions about Susumu
What does Susumu mean in Japanese?
Susumu has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 進, combines these meanings: advance. Other spellings include 晋 (advance), 進武 (advance + warrior), 進歩 (advance + walk).
How do you write Susumu in kanji?
The most common way is 進 (すすむ). It can also be written 晋, 進武, 進歩, 素住, 征夫.
How do you write Susumu in katakana?
Susumu is ススム in katakana and すすむ in hiragana.
Is Susumu a boy or girl name?
Susumu is mostly used for girls.
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進: advance, proceed, progress
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