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各
On'yomi
カク
KAKU
Kun'yomi
おのおの
onoono
each · every · either
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes6
Component Breakdown
各=
夂口
go slowly + mouth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of foot and mouth. Going to each place.
Symbolism
Each, various, respective. Represents individual.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Imparting teachings
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
各人各様
かくじんかくよう
different strokes for different folks; people doing something in their own way; different strokes for different folks
各種各様
かくしゅかくよう
individual (different) ways of doing things; being different (varied) for each item (type); individual (different) ways of doing things
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 各 mean in Japanese?
各 means each, every, either.
How do you read 各?
On'yomi: カク (KAKU). Kun'yomi: おのおの (onoono).
How many strokes does 各 have?
各 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 各 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 各 (each, every, either) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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