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Description
Stars - a constellation governing writing. The character for the scholar's sky, learning and letters.
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'big' (大) with 'pointed gem' (圭), representing a constellation name and god of literature.
Symbolism
Symbolizes literature, constellations, and learning. As a star governing literature and arts, represents intellectual creation.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Looking up at the starry sky
Component Breakdown
big + 圭
Other kanji with the same meaning
“star”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 奎 mean in Japanese?
奎 means star, god of literature. Stars - a constellation governing writing. The character for the scholar's sky, learning and letters.
How do you read 奎?
On'yomi: ケイ、キ (KEI, KI).
How many strokes does 奎 have?
奎 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 大 (big).
Is 奎 a good kanji for a tattoo?
奎 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means star, god of literature. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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