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券
On'yomi
ケン
KEN
ticket
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of phonetic and sword. Proof carved with sword.
Symbolism
Ticket, coupon, securities. Represents certificate.
Component Breakdown
券=
龹刀
龹 + sword
Words & Expressions
Words written with 券
Proverbs & Idioms
券なきは入るべからず
けんなきははいるべからず
No ticket, no entry
Without credentials, you cannot participate
Other kanji with the same meaning
“ticket”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 券 mean in Japanese?
券 means ticket.
How do you read 券?
On'yomi: ケン (KEN).
How many strokes does 券 have?
券 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 刀 (knife).
Is 券 a good kanji for a tattoo?
券 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means ticket. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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