共
together · both · neither · all · and · alike · with
Details
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of holding thing with both hands. Holding together.
Symbolism
Sharing, joint, public. Represents doing together.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Small joy
Component Breakdown
龷 + 八
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
共存共栄
きょうそんきょうえい
co-existence and co-prosperity
片利共生
へんりきょうせい
commensalism
Anime & Manga
生徒会役員共
Seitokai Yakuindomo
A well-known work with 共 in its Japanese title.
生徒会役員共＊
Seitokai Yakuindomo Season 2
A well-known work with 共 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
松永共広
Name contains 共
Tomohiro Matsunaga is a Japanese freestyle wrestler.
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 共 mean in Japanese?
共 means together, both, neither, all, and, alike, with.
How do you read 共?
On'yomi: キョウ (KYOU). Kun'yomi: とも、とも.に、-ども (tomo, tomoni, domo).
How many strokes does 共 have?
共 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 八 (eight).
Is 共 a good kanji for a tattoo?
共 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means together, both, neither, all, and, alike, with. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.