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武
武 (readings: ぶ, む; Japanese kanji) means “martial / military”. It is a Grade 5 Kyōiku kanji, taught in year 5 of Japanese elementary school, and appears in words such as 武士 (samurai warrior).
What does 武 mean?
| Kanji | 武 |
|---|---|
| Meaning | martial / military |
| Readings | ぶ, む |
| Grade | Grade 5 (Hard) |
| Curriculum | Kyōiku kanji · Japanese elementary school |
How to read 武
武 is read ぶ or む depending on the word.
Example words with 武
| Example | 武士 (samurai warrior) |
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Updated: 2026-07-14