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Nana 七 – Japanese surname
Nana (七) is read なな and has 2 syllables. It is a family name. Written as 七, the characters mean: seven. This reading can be written with one kanji combination, with 2 strokes.
How to write Nana in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 七 | なな | seven | 2 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Nana
Nana in different scripts
| Romaji | Nana |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | なな |
| Katakana | ナナ |
| Kanji (most common) | 七 |
Full name examples
- Ayumi Nana (Japanese order: 七歩美, なな あゆみ)
- Yurina Nana (Japanese order: 七百合奈, なな ゆりな)
- Yuki Nana (Japanese order: 七結城, なな ゆうき)
How to pronounce Nana
Break it into 2 parts: na · na. 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 なな.
Questions about Nana
What does Nana mean in Japanese?
Nana has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 七, combines these meanings: seven.
How do you write Nana in kanji?
The most common way is 七 (なな).
How do you write Nana in katakana?
Nana is ナナ in katakana and なな in hiragana.
How do you pronounce Nana?
Nana is read なな and has 2 syllables (morae).
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