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僅
On'yomi
キン・ゴン
KIN / GON
Kun'yomi
わず.か
wazuka
a wee bit
Details
Strokes12
Radical人person(2)
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and phonetic. Few people.
Symbolism
Slight, small amount, barely. Represents scarcity.
Component Breakdown
僅=
亻堇
person + 堇
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
僅差は大差
きんさはたいさ
A small margin is a big difference
Even slight differences can have major consequences
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 僅 mean in Japanese?
僅 means a wee bit.
How do you read 僅?
On'yomi: キン、ゴン (KIN, GON). Kun'yomi: わず.か (wazuka).
How many strokes does 僅 have?
僅 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 僅 a good kanji for a tattoo?
僅 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means a wee bit. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.