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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of wrapping fetus. Wrap.
Symbolism
Wrap, packaging, kitchen knife. Represents wrapping.
Component Breakdown
勹 + 巳
Words & Expressions
Words written with 包
Anime & Manga
ハイスクールDxD NEW OVA おっぱい、包みます！
High School DxD NEW OVA Oppai, Tsutsumimasu!
A well-known work with 包 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
小早川秀包
Name contains 包
Kobayakawa Hidekane , later known as Mōri Hidekane , was a Japanese samurai, the ninth son of Mōri Motonari.
Wikipedia織田信包
Name contains 包
Oda Nobukane was a Japanese samurai, the younger brother of the warlord, Oda Nobunaga following the Sengoku period of the 16th century.
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 包 mean in Japanese?
包 means wrap, pack up, cover, conceal.
How do you read 包?
On'yomi: ホウ (HOU). Kun'yomi: つつ.む、くる.む (tsutsumu, kurumu).
How many strokes does 包 have?
包 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 勹 (wrap).
Is 包 a good kanji for a tattoo?
包 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means wrap, pack up, cover, conceal. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.