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岡
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
おか
oka
mount · hill · knoll
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
岡=
冂䒑山
冂 + 䒑 + mountain
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mountain and net. Gentle hill.
Symbolism
Hill, place name, stability. Represents gentle elevation.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Climbing a hill
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
岡目八目
おかめはちもく
bystander's vantage point; outsider's better grasp of the situation; onlookers see more of the game than the players do; bystander's vantage point
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 岡 mean in Japanese?
岡 means mount, hill, knoll.
How do you read 岡?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: おか (oka).
How many strokes does 岡 have?
岡 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).
Is 岡 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 岡 (mount, hill, knoll) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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