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Tsuyoshi 都義 – Japanese boy given name
Tsuyoshi (都義) is read つよし and has 3 syllables. It is mostly used for boys. Written as 都義, the characters mean: metropolis + righteousness. This reading can be written with at least 43 different kanji combinations (the 6 most common are shown below), with 16 to 24 strokes in total.
About the name Tsuyoshi
Tsuyoshi (剛 or 強) means strong. It is a direct, classic name.
How to write Tsuyoshi in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 都義 | つよし | metropolis + righteousness | 24 |
| 強史 | つよし | strong + history | 16 |
| 強司 | つよし | strong + director | 16 |
| 強志 | つよし | strong + intention | 18 |
| 健志 | つよし | healthy + intention | 18 |
| 津義 | つよし | haven + righteousness | 22 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Tsuyoshi
Tsuyoshi in different scripts
| Romaji | Tsuyoshi |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | つよし |
| Katakana | ツヨシ |
| Kanji (most common) | 都義 |
Full name examples
- Tsuyoshi Yuki (Japanese order: 結城都義, ゆうき つよし)
- Tsuyoshi Kono (Japanese order: 河野都義, こうの つよし)
- Tsuyoshi Maki (Japanese order: 牧都義, まき つよし)
How to pronounce Tsuyoshi
Break it into 2 parts: tsuyo · shi. 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 つよし.
Questions about Tsuyoshi
What does Tsuyoshi mean in Japanese?
Tsuyoshi has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 都義, combines these meanings: metropolis + righteousness. Other spellings include 強史 (strong + history), 強司 (strong + director), 強志 (strong + intention).
How do you write Tsuyoshi in kanji?
The most common way is 都義 (つよし). It can also be written 強史, 強司, 強志, 健志, 津義.
How do you write Tsuyoshi in katakana?
Tsuyoshi is ツヨシ in katakana and つよし in hiragana.
Is Tsuyoshi a boy or girl name?
Tsuyoshi is mostly used for boys.
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