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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of stacked cloth. Counter.
Symbolism
Counter, match, one horse. Represents counter.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Small joy
Component Breakdown
匹=
匚儿
匚 + 儿
Words & Expressions
Words written with 匹
匹敵ひってきcompare with
一匹いっぴきtwo-tan bolt of cloth
Four-Character Compounds
匹夫匹婦
ひっぷひっぷ
coarse men and women
單槍匹馬
たんそうひつば
doing something on one's own without another's help
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 匹 mean in Japanese?
匹 means equal, head, counter for small animals, roll of cloth.
How do you read 匹?
On'yomi: ヒツ (HITSU). Kun'yomi: ひき (hiki).
How many strokes does 匹 have?
匹 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 匸 (hiding enclosure).
Is 匹 a good kanji for a tattoo?
匹 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means equal, head, counter for small animals, roll of cloth. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.