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俵
On'yomi
ヒョウ
HYOU
Kun'yomi
たわら
tawara
bag · bale · sack · counter for bags
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and surface. Surface person.
Symbolism
Straw bag, rice bag, counter. Represents straw bag.
Component Breakdown
俵=
亻表
person + 表
Words & Expressions
Words written with 俵
土俵どひょうgabion
土俵際どひょうぎわedge of the ring
Related Figures & Stories
俵万智
Name contains 俵
Machi Tawara is a contemporary Japanese writer, translator and poet.
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
“sack”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 俵 mean in Japanese?
俵 means bag, bale, sack, counter for bags.
How do you read 俵?
On'yomi: ヒョウ (HYOU). Kun'yomi: たわら (tawara).
How many strokes does 俵 have?
俵 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 俵 a good kanji for a tattoo?
俵 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bag, bale, sack, counter for bags. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.