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宮
On'yomi
キュウ・グウ・ク・クウ
KYUU / GUU / KU / KUU
Kun'yomi
みや
miya
Shinto shrine · constellations · palace · princess
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
宮=
宀呂
roof + 呂
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and backbone. Building with two rooms.
Symbolism
Palace, shrine, imperial palace. Represents sacred building.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Visiting a shrine
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
宮仕えは辛い
みやづかえはつらい
Serving at court is hard
Working in organizations involves many hardships
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宮 mean in Japanese?
宮 means Shinto shrine, constellations, palace, princess.
How do you read 宮?
On'yomi: キュウ、グウ、ク、クウ (KYUU, GUU, KU, KUU). Kun'yomi: みや (miya).
How many strokes does 宮 have?
宮 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宮 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 宮 (Shinto shrine, constellations, palace, princess) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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