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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of ten and elder. Surpassing elder.
Symbolism
Overcome, self-control, detailed. Represents conquering.
Component Breakdown
克=
古儿
古 + 儿
Words & Expressions
Words written with 克
Four-Character Compounds
克己復礼
こっきふくれい
exercising self-restraint and conforming to the rules of etiquette and formality
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 克 mean in Japanese?
克 means overcome, kindly, skillfully.
How do you read 克?
On'yomi: コク (KOKU). Kun'yomi: か.つ (katsu).
How many strokes does 克 have?
克 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 儿 (legs).
Is 克 a good kanji for a tattoo?
克 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means overcome, kindly, skillfully. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.