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On'yomi
グウ
GUU
Kun'yomi
たま
tama

accidentally · even number · couple · man & wife · same kind

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1602
Radicalperson(2)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

person + 禺

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of person and phonetic. Person like doll.

Symbolism

Accidental, spouse, idol. Represents by chance.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

偶像崇拝

ぐうぞうすうはい

idolatry; idol worship; idolatry

Proverbs & Idioms

偶然は必然

ぐうぜんはひつぜん

Coincidence is destiny

What seems accidental is actually fated

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 偶 mean in Japanese?

偶 means accidentally, even number, couple, man & wife, same kind.

How do you read 偶?

On'yomi: グウ (GUU). Kun'yomi: たま (tama).

How many strokes does 偶 have?

偶 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).

Is 偶 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 偶 (accidentally, even number, couple, man & wife, same kind) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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