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On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
ひろ.い
hiroi

wide · large

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#1277
Radicalroof(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

=

roof + 厷

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of roof and phonetic. Large house.

Symbolism

Vast, grand, magnificent. Represents greatness.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

宏大なる志

こうだいなるこころざし

A grand ambition

A vast and noble aspiration

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 宏 mean in Japanese?

宏 means wide, large.

How do you read 宏?

On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: ひろ.い (hiroi).

How many strokes does 宏 have?

宏 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).

Is 宏 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 宏 (wide, large) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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