加
add · addition · increase · join · include · Canada
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
power + mouth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of power and mouth. Adding power with words.
Symbolism
Add, addition, participation. Represents increasing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Adding strength
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
年功加俸
ねんこうかほう
long service allowance; longevity pay; long service allowance
加持祈祷
かじきとう
incantation and prayer; incantation and prayer
加減乗除
かげんじょうじょ
The four arithmetic operations; Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 加 mean in Japanese?
加 means add, addition, increase, join, include, Canada.
How do you read 加?
On'yomi: カ (KA). Kun'yomi: くわ.える、くわ.わる (kuwaeru, kuwawaru).
How many strokes does 加 have?
加 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 加 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 加 (add, addition, increase, join, include, Canada) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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