Quick answer
牛 is the kanji for "Cow". The most common reading is うし (ushi). Mnemonics and example sentences are listed below.
Meaning
Cow
Also : Bull · Cattle · Beef
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Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Stroke Order
4 strokes
Radicals
Memory Aid
The kanji 牛 represents 'COW'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of cow.
On-reading: ぎゅう — remember this sound by associating it with cow. Kun-reading: うし.
Example Sentences
牧場で牛を見ました。
ぼくじょうでうしをみました。
I saw cows at the farm.
牛乳を毎日飲んでいます。
ぎゅうにゅうをまいにちのんでいます。
I drink milk every day.
Vocabulary using 牛
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Last updated Jul 4, 2026
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