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Description
Trunk - the core of a tree, and by extension the central part of anything: the backbone, the main line.
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of dry and tree. Trunk of tree.
Symbolism
Executive, core, main axis. Represents central part.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Under a great tree
Words & Expressions
Words written with 幹
Proverbs & Idioms
大樹の幹に寄りかかる
たいじゅのみきによりかかる
Lean on the trunk of a great tree
To rely on someone or something powerful
Related Figures & Stories
与謝野鉄幹
Name contains 幹
Yosano Hiroshi , known by his pen name Tekkan Yosano was a Japanese author and poet active in late Meiji, Taishō, and early Shōwa era.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 幹 mean in Japanese?
幹 means tree trunk, main part, talent, capability. Trunk - the core of a tree, and by extension the central part of anything: the backbone, the main line.
How do you read 幹?
On'yomi: カン (KAN). Kun'yomi: みき (miki).
How many strokes does 幹 have?
幹 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 干 (dry).
Is 幹 a good kanji for a tattoo?
幹 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means tree trunk, main part, talent, capability. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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