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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of child and dish. Child on dish.
Symbolism
Mencius, eldest son, beginning. Represents Mencius.
Component Breakdown
孟=
子皿
child + 皿
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
孟母三遷
もうぼさんせん
the importance of creating an environment conducive to a child's learning; Mencius' mother, three moves
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 孟 mean in Japanese?
孟 means chief, beginning.
How do you read 孟?
On'yomi: モウ、ボウ、ミョウ (MOU, BOU, MYOU). Kun'yomi: かしら (kashira).
How many strokes does 孟 have?
孟 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 子 (child).
Is 孟 a good kanji for a tattoo?
孟 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means chief, beginning. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.