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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of two earths. Jade made of earth.
Symbolism
Jewel, pure, precious. Represents pure stone.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
圭角がある
けいかくがある
Having rough edges
Being inflexible or difficult in character
Related Figures & Stories
大鳥圭介
Name contains 圭
Baron Ōtori Keisuke was a Japanese military leader and diplomat.
Wikipedia圭峰宗密
Name contains 圭
Guifeng Zongmi was a Tang dynasty Chinese Buddhist monk and scholar who is considered a patriarch of both the Huayan school and Chan Buddhism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 圭 mean in Japanese?
圭 means square jewel, corner, angle, edge.
How do you read 圭?
On'yomi: ケイ、ケ (KEI, KE).
How many strokes does 圭 have?
圭 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 圭 a good kanji for a tattoo?
圭 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means square jewel, corner, angle, edge. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.