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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of box and young. Hiding young in box.
Symbolism
Anonymous, concealment, hide. Represents hiding.
Component Breakdown
匿=
匚若
匚 + 若
Words & Expressions
Words written with 匿
匿名とくめいanonymity
隠匿いんとくharboring
Proverbs & Idioms
匿名の陰に隠れる
とくめいのかげにかくれる
Hide behind anonymity
Avoid responsibility by concealing identity
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 匿 mean in Japanese?
匿 means hide, shelter, shield.
How do you read 匿?
On'yomi: トク (TOKU). Kun'yomi: かくま.う (kakumau).
How many strokes does 匿 have?
匿 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 匸 (hiding enclosure).
Is 匿 a good kanji for a tattoo?
匿 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means hide, shelter, shield. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.