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宜
On'yomi
ギ
GI
Kun'yomi
よろ.しい・よろ.しく
yoroshii / yoroshiku
best regards · good
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and moreover. Making things good at home.
Symbolism
Appropriate, regards, suitable. Represents being fitting.
Component Breakdown
宜=
宀且
roof + 且
Words & Expressions
Words written with 宜
Proverbs & Idioms
時宜にかなう
じぎにかなう
To be timely and appropriate
To be suitable for the occasion
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宜 mean in Japanese?
宜 means best regards, good.
How do you read 宜?
On'yomi: ギ (GI). Kun'yomi: よろ.しい、よろ.しく (yoroshii, yoroshiku).
How many strokes does 宜 have?
宜 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宜 a good kanji for a tattoo?
宜 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means best regards, good. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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