又
or again · furthermore · on the other hand
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of right hand. Again.
Symbolism
Again, also, furthermore. Represents again.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 又
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“furthermore”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 又 mean in Japanese?
又 means or again, furthermore, on the other hand.
How do you read 又?
On'yomi: ユウ (YUU). Kun'yomi: また、また-、また.の- (mata, mata, matano).
How many strokes does 又 have?
又 has 2 strokes. Its radical is 又 (again).
Is 又 a good kanji for a tattoo?
又 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means or again, furthermore, on the other hand. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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