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勾
On'yomi
コウ・ク
KOU / KU
Kun'yomi
かぎ・ま.がる
kagi / magaru
be bent · slope · capture
Details
Strokes4
Radical勹wrap(2)
Stroke Order
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Strokes4
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of wrap and private. Wrapping and bending.
Symbolism
Slope, detention, bend. Represents bending.
Component Breakdown
勾=
勹厶
勹 + 厶
Words & Expressions
Words written with 勾
勾配こうばいgradient
Proverbs & Idioms
勾玉は魂の形
まがたまはたましいのかたち
The curved jewel is the shape of the soul
Magatama represent the spirit
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 勾 mean in Japanese?
勾 means be bent, slope, capture.
How do you read 勾?
On'yomi: コウ、ク (KOU, KU). Kun'yomi: かぎ、ま.がる (kagi, magaru).
How many strokes does 勾 have?
勾 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 勹 (wrap).
Is 勾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
勾 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means be bent, slope, capture. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.