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丘
On'yomi
キュウ
KYUU
Kun'yomi
おか
oka
hill · knoll
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of undulating terrain. Small elevation.
Symbolism
Hill, elevated, burial mound. Represents gentle rise.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 丘
丘陵きゅうりょうhillock
砂丘さきゅうsand dune
Proverbs & Idioms
丘を越えて
おかをこえて
Over the hill
Overcoming obstacles on life's journey
Anime & Manga
鋼の錬金術師 嘆きの丘の聖なる星
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos
A well-known work with 丘 in its Japanese title.
烏ヶ丘 Don't be shy!!
Crow Hill: Don’t Be Shy!!
A well-known work with 丘 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 丘 mean in Japanese?
丘 means hill, knoll.
How do you read 丘?
On'yomi: キュウ (KYUU). Kun'yomi: おか (oka).
How many strokes does 丘 have?
丘 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 一 (one).
Is 丘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
丘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means hill, knoll. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.