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働
On'yomi
ドウ
DOU
Kun'yomi
はたら.く
hataraku
work · (kokuji)
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and move. Person moving, working.
Symbolism
Labor, work, dual income. Represents human activity.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Working diligently
Component Breakdown
働=
亻動
left-right: person + 動
Words & Expressions
Words written with 働
Proverbs & Idioms
働かざる者食うべからず
はたらかざるものくうべからず
He who does not work, should not eat
No work, no food
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 働 mean in Japanese?
働 means work, (kokuji).
How do you read 働?
On'yomi: ドウ (DOU). Kun'yomi: はたら.く (hataraku).
How many strokes does 働 have?
働 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 働 a good kanji for a tattoo?
働 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means work, (kokuji). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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