What is the Kanji for 'Against'? | 対

If you are wondering what is the Japanese Kanji for 'Against', you've come to the right place!

The Japanese Kanji for 'Against' is 対.

kanji

対

Meaning

Against

Reading

onyomiたい

tai

Parts

寸Measurement 文Sentence

Example Word

対等: equal. The Japanese adjectival noun '対等 (たいとう)' means 'equal' or 'on equal terms'. It is used to describe a relationship or situation where two or more parties are of the same status, level, or importance. This term is often used in contexts involving relationships, negotiations, or comparisons. For example: We are equal partners「私たちは対等なパートナーです」(わたしたちはたいとうなパートナーです). They negotiated on equal terms「彼らは対等な条件で交渉した」(かれらはたいとうなじょうけんでこうしょうした). The concept of '対等' emphasizes fairness and balance, and it is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.

Radical

寸

Stroke Count

JLPT

Grade

Frequency

148

Handwriting

Parts of the Kanji 対

If you visually break down this kanji, you can see it is made up of 2 parts:

kanji

寸

Meaning

Measurement

kanji

文

Meaning

Sentence

Words Using 対

This kanji is used in 18 words:

word

対する

Meaning

Face, Oppose

word

対象

Meaning

Target, Subject

word

対立

Meaning

Conflict

word

反対

Meaning

Reverse, Opposition

word

対策

Meaning

Countermeasure

word

対

Meaning

Pair, Opposition

word

絶対に

Meaning

Absolutely

word

対処

Meaning

Handling

word

対抗

Meaning

Opposition

word

対照

Meaning

Contrast

word

相対

Meaning

Relative

word

絶対

Meaning

Absolutely

word

対面

Meaning

Face to face

word

対話

Meaning

Dialogue

word

対応

Meaning

Response, Correspondence

word

対等

Meaning

Equal

word

対談

Meaning

Dialogue

word

対比

Meaning

Contrast

Kanji Related to 対 Through the Part 寸

These 21 kanji contain the part 寸 as well.

kanji

村

Meaning

Village

kanji

寺

Meaning

Temple

kanji

付

Meaning

Attach

kanji

団

Meaning

Group, Association

kanji

封

Meaning

Seal

kanji

守

Meaning

Protect

kanji

導

Meaning

Lead, Guide

kanji

尊

Meaning

Respect, Revered

kanji

専

Meaning

Exclusive, Specialty

kanji

討

Meaning

Chastise

kanji

射

Meaning

Shoot

kanji

寿

Meaning

Longevity, Congratulations

kanji

闘

Meaning

Fight, Struggle

kanji

尋

Meaning

Inquire

kanji

耐

Meaning

Proof, Withstand

kanji

辱

Meaning

Humiliate

kanji

冠

Meaning

Crown, Cap

kanji

尉

Meaning

Company officer, Military officer

kanji

爵

Meaning

Baron, Rank of nobility

kanji

酎

Meaning

Sake

kanji

肘

Meaning

Arm, Elbow

Kanji Related to 対 Through the Part 文

These 3 kanji contain the part 文 as well.

kanji

紋

Meaning

Crest, Family crest

kanji

蚊

Meaning

Mosquito

kanji

斑

Meaning

Speckled

Learn the Kanji 対

Let's make sure you fully understand this kanji.

What does 対 mean?

対 means 'Against'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Third Grade, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT N3 exam.

To help you master this kanji, here's an interactive lesson where you'll practice its readings and meanings.