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On'yomi
タン
TAN
Kun'yomi
ひとえ
hitoe

simple · one · single · merely

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#586
Radicalten(2)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of mouth, field, and ten. Single field.

Symbolism

Simple, easy, alone. Represents single.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

単刀直入

たんとうちょくにゅう

straight to the point; point-blank; frank; straight to the point

簡単明瞭

かんたんめいりょう

simple and clear; simple and clear

単純明快

たんじゅんめいかい

simple and clear; plain and simple; simple and clear

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 単 mean in Japanese?

単 means simple, one, single, merely.

How do you read 単?

On'yomi: タン (TAN). Kun'yomi: ひとえ (hitoe).

How many strokes does 単 have?

単 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 十 (ten).

Is 単 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 単 (simple, one, single, merely) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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