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例
On'yomi
レイ
REI
Kun'yomi
たと.える
tatoeru
example · custom · usage · precedent
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Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'person' (亻) with 'row' (列), representing one among many lined up—an example.
Symbolism
Symbolizes examples, customs, and references. Represents learning from past cases and making them standards.
Component Breakdown
例=
亻列
person + 列
Words & Expressions
Words written with 例
Other kanji with the same meaning
“example”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 例 mean in Japanese?
例 means example, custom, usage, precedent.
How do you read 例?
On'yomi: レイ (REI). Kun'yomi: たと.える (tatoeru).
How many strokes does 例 have?
例 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 例 a good kanji for a tattoo?
例 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means example, custom, usage, precedent. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.