含
contain · include · hold in the mouth · bear in mind · understand · cherish
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and now. Now containing in mouth.
Symbolism
Contain, include, implication. Represents holding within.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Good old days
Component Breakdown
今 + mouth
Words & Expressions
Words written with 含
Proverbs & Idioms
含蓄のある言葉
がんちくのあることば
Words with deep meaning
Expressions that carry profound significance
Other kanji with the same meaning
“contain”
“include”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 含 mean in Japanese?
含 means contain, include, hold in the mouth, bear in mind, understand, cherish.
How do you read 含?
On'yomi: ガン (GAN). Kun'yomi: ふく.む、ふく.める (fukumu, fukumeru).
How many strokes does 含 have?
含 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 含 a good kanji for a tattoo?
含 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means contain, include, hold in the mouth, bear in mind, understand, cherish. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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