劇
drama · play
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of phonetic and sword. Acting intensely with sword.
Symbolism
Drama, theater, intense. Represents performing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying play
Component Breakdown
豦 + sword
Words & Expressions
Words written with 劇
Proverbs & Idioms
人生は劇のごとし
じんせいはげきのごとし
Life is like a play
Life unfolds like a drama
Anime & Manga
新世紀エヴァンゲリオン劇場版 Air/まごころを、君に
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion
A well-known work with 劇 in its Japanese title.
劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編 第一章 猗窩座再来
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle
A well-known work with 劇 in its Japanese title.
ヱヴァンゲリヲン新劇場版:序
Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone
A well-known work with 劇 in its Japanese title.
シン・エヴァンゲリオン劇場版:||
Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time
A well-known work with 劇 in its Japanese title.
劇場版デート・ア・ライブ 万由里ジャッジメント
Date A Live Mayuri Judgement
A well-known work with 劇 in its Japanese title.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 劇 mean in Japanese?
劇 means drama, play.
How do you read 劇?
On'yomi: ゲキ (GEKI).
How many strokes does 劇 have?
劇 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 刀 (knife).
Is 劇 a good kanji for a tattoo?
劇 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means drama, play. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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