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Yoriko 代里子 – Japanese surname
Yoriko (代里子) is read よりこ and has 3 syllables. It is a family name. Written as 代里子, the characters mean: substitute + ri + child. This reading can be written with one kanji combination, with 15 strokes.
How to write Yoriko in Japanese
| Kanji | Reading | Literal meaning | Strokes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 代里子 | よりこ | substitute + ri + child | 15 |
Meanings are literal translations of each kanji. Names are often chosen for sound, so the intended meaning can differ.
The kanji in Yoriko
Yoriko in different scripts
| Romaji | Yoriko |
|---|---|
| Hiragana | よりこ |
| Katakana | ヨリコ |
| Kanji (most common) | 代里子 |
Full name examples
- Ayumi Yoriko (Japanese order: 代里子歩美, よりこ あゆみ)
- Yurina Yoriko (Japanese order: 代里子百合奈, よりこ ゆりな)
- Yuki Yoriko (Japanese order: 代里子結城, よりこ ゆうき)
How to pronounce Yoriko
Break it into 3 parts: yo · ri · ko. 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 よりこ.
Questions about Yoriko
What does Yoriko mean in Japanese?
Yoriko has no single fixed meaning: it depends on the kanji. The most common spelling, 代里子, combines these meanings: substitute + ri + child.
How do you write Yoriko in kanji?
The most common way is 代里子 (よりこ).
How do you write Yoriko in katakana?
Yoriko is ヨリコ in katakana and よりこ in hiragana.
How do you pronounce Yoriko?
Yoriko is read よりこ and has 3 syllables (morae).
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