Gui in Japanese
In Japanese, Gui is written in katakana as ギ (Gi), the way Japanese people write foreign names. To write it in kanji, each sound gets a character chosen for its meaning. Our top pick is 義 (gi): “righteousness”.
How Gui sounds in Japanese
Kanji for Gui
- 義gi righteousnessDoing what is right; one of the virtues of bushido.
- 祇gi deityThe gods of the land, as in Gion (祇園), Kyoto’s famous geisha district.
- 技gi skillSkill and craftsmanship polished over time.
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Questions about Gui in Japanese
How do you write Gui in Japanese?
Gui is written ギ in katakana. Katakana is the script Japanese people use for foreign names, so this is how Gui would appear on a Japanese ID card, a café cup or a name tag. Depending on the origin of the name, it can also be written グイ (as written in Japan).
What are the best kanji for Gui?
Our top pick is 義 (Gi). 義 means “righteousness”. Other good options are 祇 (Gi) and 技 (Gi).
Is 義 a real Japanese name?
Yes. 義 is also found in Japan as a given name, read Gi, so it looks natural to Japanese readers. For Gui, it works as both a real-looking Japanese name and a kanji spelling of your own name.
How many strokes is 義?
義 has 13 strokes. That is quite simple to write by hand, even for beginners.
Can I use 義 as a tattoo?
Each character in 義 has a positive meaning, so it is a reasonable choice. Keep in mind that Japanese people will read it as the meaning of the characters, not instantly as “Gui”. If you want your name to be recognized, katakana (ギ) is clearer. Either way, ask a native speaker to check the final design.
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