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Component Breakdown
伴=
亻半
person + 半
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and half. Half person.
Symbolism
Accompany, partner, companion. Represents accompanying.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
伴食大臣
ばんしょくだいじん
nominal (figurehead) minister; titular minister; nominal (figurehead) minister
伴食宰相
ばんしょくさいしょう
incompetent cabinet minister; figurehead minister; incompetent cabinet minister
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 伴 mean in Japanese?
伴 means consort, accompany, bring with, companion.
How do you read 伴?
On'yomi: ハン、バン (HAN, BAN). Kun'yomi: ともな.う (tomonau).
How many strokes does 伴 have?
伴 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 伴 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 伴 (consort, accompany, bring with, companion) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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