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圏
On'yomi
ケン
KEN
Kun'yomi
かこ.い
kakoi
sphere · circle · radius · range
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of enclosure and roll. Enclosed range.
Symbolism
Within, range, sphere. Represents enclosed area.
Component Breakdown
圏=
囗巻
enclosure + 巻
Words & Expressions
Words written with 圏
圏外けんがいout of range
圏内けんないwithin the range
北極圏ほっきょくけんarctic
成層圏せいそうけんstratosphere
Proverbs & Idioms
圏外は自由の地
けんがいはじゆうのち
Outside the zone is free territory
Beyond control lies freedom
Other kanji with the same meaning
“sphere”
“range”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 圏 mean in Japanese?
圏 means sphere, circle, radius, range.
How do you read 圏?
On'yomi: ケン (KEN). Kun'yomi: かこ.い (kakoi).
How many strokes does 圏 have?
圏 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 囗 (enclosure).
Is 圏 a good kanji for a tattoo?
圏 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means sphere, circle, radius, range. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.