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壱
On'yomi
イチ・イツ
ICHI / ITSU
Kun'yomi
ひとつ
hitotsu
one (in documents)
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Component Breakdown
壱=
士冖匕
士 + cover + 匕
Cultural Context
Etymology
Formal form of one. First, single.
Symbolism
One, formal document, numeral. Represents formal one.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Number one ability
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
壱を聞いて十を知る
いちをきいてじゅうをしる
Hear one, understand ten
To be quick to understand from minimal information
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 壱 mean in Japanese?
壱 means one (in documents).
How do you read 壱?
On'yomi: イチ、イツ (ICHI, ITSU). Kun'yomi: ひとつ (hitotsu).
How many strokes does 壱 have?
壱 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 士 (scholar).
Is 壱 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 壱 (one (in documents)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.