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亘
On'yomi
コウ・カン・セン
KOU / KAN / SEN
Kun'yomi
わた.る・もと.める
wataru / motomeru
span · range · extend over
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes6
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'one' (一) with 'circle' (回), representing spanning from end to end.
Symbolism
Symbolizes spanning, connecting, and extending. Represents continuing through time and space.
Component Breakdown
亘=
一旦
one + 旦
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 亘 mean in Japanese?
亘 means span, range, extend over.
How do you read 亘?
On'yomi: コウ、カン、セン (KOU, KAN, SEN). Kun'yomi: わた.る、もと.める (wataru, motomeru).
How many strokes does 亘 have?
亘 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 二 (two).
Is 亘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
亘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means span, range, extend over. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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