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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and solid. One solid person.
Symbolism
Individual, separate, each. Represents one by one.
Component Breakdown
個=
亻固
person + 固
Words & Expressions
Words written with 個
Four-Character Compounds
個々別々
ここべつべつ
each one separately
個性は宝
こせいはたから
Individuality is treasure; Each person's uniqueness is valuable
Other kanji with the same meaning
“counter for articles”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 個 mean in Japanese?
個 means individual, counter for articles.
How do you read 個?
On'yomi: コ、カ (KO, KA).
How many strokes does 個 have?
個 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 個 a good kanji for a tattoo?
個 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means individual, counter for articles. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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