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On'yomi
ク・オウ・コウ
KU / OU / KOU

ward · district

Details

Strokes4
Frequency#137
Old Form

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Strokes4

Component Breakdown

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匚 + 㐅

Cultural Context

Etymology

Represents divided area. Administrative division.

Symbolism

Area, division, district. Represents urban administrative unit.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Era of war

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

区々たる

くくたる

Trivial and insignificant; Something too small to matter

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 区 mean in Japanese?

区 means ward, district.

How do you read 区?

On'yomi: ク、オウ、コウ (KU, OU, KOU).

How many strokes does 区 have?

区 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 匸 (hiding enclosure).

Is 区 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 区 (ward, district) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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